
International Tax Manager
LiveNation
Houston, TXThis is a Full Time Job
THE ROLE
A Senior International Tax Manager is a senior-level tax professional who will assist the company in the international tax department. This role supports entertainment productions, touring artists, talent, and related business operations by managing withholding taxes and indirect tax obligations, including VAT, GST, and HST filings across multiple authorities.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
• Manage international tax compliance for assigned authorities.
• Prepare and file VAT, GST, HST and other international tax returns accurately and on time.
• Oversee the withholding tax compliance related to artist withholding, fees, productions services, touring, licensing, and cross-border payments.
• Advise internal teams on tax implications of international productions, performances, artist engagements, sponsorships, and content distribution.
• Coordinate tax registrations, filings, payments, refunds, and correspondence with foreign tax authorities
• Review contracts and payment structures to identify withholding, permanent establishment, indirect tax, and treaty considerations
• Cross-functional support
• Special Projects
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required
• CPA, CA or equivalent preferred
• 10+ years of international tax experience and withholding tax compliance.
• Certifications: CPA, CMI or other relevant tax certifications is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Vertex tax software, Excel, Power Query, and tax research tools.
• Strong knowledge of cross-border payments, tax treaties, non-resident withholding, VAT registrations, and refund processes.
• Experience supporting entertainment, media, music, live events, talent, sports, or similarly international service-based businesses is highly desirable.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
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Salary/Benefits
Benefits
• Medical, vision, dental, and mental health benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) program with company match
• New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses
• Career and skill development programs
• Volunteer time off
Perks
• Free concert tickets
• Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
• Stock reimbursement program
• Fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment
• Crowdfunding match
Additional Information
Live Nation is a leading live entertainment company that operates in various markets, providing a platform for artists and fans to connect through concerts, festivals, and other live events. The company is dedicated to supporting equal employment opportunities for all applicants, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace that respects and values individuals regardless of their age, ancestry, color, religious creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics.