VP, Global Tax

About Rimini Street, Inc.

Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a Russell 2000® Company, is a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support and innovation solutions and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software. The Company offers a comprehensive portfolio of unified solutions to run, manage, support, customize, configure, connect, protect, monitor, and optimize enterprise application, database, and technology software. The Company has signed thousands of contracts with Fortune Global 100, Fortune 500, midmarket, public sector and government organizations who selected Rimini Street as their trusted, proven mission-critical enterprise software solutions provider, achieving better operational outcomes and realizing billions of US dollars in savings used to fund AI and other innovation investments.

To learn more, please visit www.riministreet.com, and connect with Rimini Street on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and trusted VP, Global Tax to join our finance team. This unique and rewarding role requires a blend of tax expertise, strategic vision, advisory skills, and proficiency in technology. The position will serve as the primary strategic advisor for both internal and external global tax planning and compliance, optimizing tax efficiency, and risk management. Additionally, the role is a leading contributor in developing systems, processes and capabilities to deliver the company’s key products and services

The VP, Global Tax will bring a forward-thinking approach and vision to advise the company’s world-class development team on vital regulatory and compliance changes and how best to produce tax, legal and regulatory updates for delivery to our clients. These software updates are critical to keeping our clients’ systems current and compliant with ever-changing global regulations and represent a critical revenue stream in our solutions-based offerings.  Moreover, this leader is expected to spend the appropriate amount of time in client-facing activities to articulate both our capabilities and vision.

The position requires strong communication, ability to think strategically, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive performance and foster a culture of excellence.. This leader needs to excel, enjoy and seek public speaking opportunities to small and large groups on the subject of evolving global tax models, reporting and compliance and Rimini Street’s industry-leading updates and deliverables for clients.  

The role will report directly to the  VP, Finance - Operations. The VP, Global Tax will be based in the US and may work from a remote office.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Lead and develop the overall Rimini Street Internal global tax strategy, aligning tax planning with broader business objectives, and advising executive leadership on the tax implications of strategic initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date on significant global legislative changes and industry trends, assessing their impact, collaborating with external consultants to ensure sustainable tax positions, and communicating these changes to internal stakeholders. (e.g., Brazil tax system changes over the next decade).
• Act as principal tax advisor to the Rimini Street Global Product Development Team who delivers tax, legal and regulatory updates to clients globally
• Communicate and influence effectively, especially with executive leadership, and explain complex tax concepts clearly to non-tax professionals through presentations and demonstrations.
• Participate in client marketing and sales opportunities, representing how the Company monitors tax, legal and regulatory changes around the world, scopes changes, develops and delivers accurate and quality updates in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with tax laws in all regions where the company operates.
• Identify and manage tax risks to optimize the company’s tax position.
• Oversee tax provisions for financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Provide tax-related insights for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Collaborate with the treasury team to optimize global cash management and repatriation strategies.
• Guide and oversee entity creation to ensure tax-efficient structures that comply with global tax regulations.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and authorities.
• Collaborate with the Rimini Street Global Product Delivery team on innovative service delivery strategies that may involve building, buying or partnering to deliver solutions for clients.
   

  Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent is required
• Master’s in taxation, or equivalent is required
• U.S. licensed JD//LLM/CPA is preferred

Location

• Remote - U.S.

Experience

• 20+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, with a significant focus on international tax compliance.
• 10+ years of U.S. “Big Four” tax and audit experience with public corporations, including experience working with corporate board audit committees and global auditors
• Technical knowledge and extensive experience with transfer pricing, indirect tax, permanent establishment issues, and data reporting requirements

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Articulate and persuasive communicator. Commands the room, handles executive and mixed audiences well. Readily modifies approach and message appropriately to audience and circumstance.
• High energy style, flexible and adaptive, with the ability to work well in a very fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions to complex tax issues.
• Deep technical knowledge of U.S. federal, international, and indirect tax law, and other relevant tax regulations is essential.
• Experience with tax software, ERP systems, data analytics tools, and tax technology automation.
• Understanding business models, interpreting financial data, and aligning tax strategies with broader business objectives. 
• The position is remote and based in the US.
• Comfortable working within a flexible work schedule that allows for collaboration with and support of team members and activities in different time zones as required, appropriate and expected for a mission-critical global support role
• Global travel is expected and may be required with very short notice; While length of trips and frequency will vary depending on circumstances and needs, annual travel requirements should be expected to be at least 25% on an annual amortization

Why Rimini Street?

Rimini Street Inc. is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local laws. Rimini Street Inc. offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to employees.

Compensation is based on role, location, and level of applicable experience. 

Rimini’s target pay for each position is available upon request during the applicant’s Interview process.

The general salary range for this type of role is 160k - 250k depending on skills and experience.

Benefits for US employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) program
• Generous Paid time off (PTO)

We are looking for talented, passionate people to help us build our future at Rimini Street. We hire only the best, the most extraordinary professionals and provide compensation, bonuses, and benefits to match the skills of our top-performing team members. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy growing together, and get excited about learning new skills? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a true impact as part of a team of extraordinary professionals? This is the place for you.

Our work is challenging and meaningful. We start and end each day with a sense of achievement and purpose guided by our core values, the Four Cs: 

• Company
  • We dream big and innovate boldly.  

• Colleagues
  • We work with extraordinary people who create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. 

• Clients
  • We relentlessly pursue solutions that help clients achieve their goals. Our unmatched client care is rooted in our passion for exceptional service. 

• Community 
  • We believe in leaving the world a better place than we found it. With the Rimini Street Foundation, we’ve made positive impacts in six continents for over 425 charities.

Accelerating Company Growth

• Nasdaq-listed under ticker symbol RMNI since October 2017 
• Over 5,900+ signed contracts to date, including Fortune 500 and Global 100 companies
• Over 2,000 team members in 23 countries
• US and international recognition for industry leadership and philanthropic efforts. See all of our awards and recognitions here: https://www.riministreet.com/company/awards/ 

Rimini Street is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

To learn more about how Rimini Street is redefining the enterprise software support industry, visit http://www.riministreet.com 

Please Note: Rimini Street does not accept resumes submitted by recruiting/staffing firms unless specifically requested by Human Resources.  Unsolicited resumes will be ineligible for referral fees.