Riot Games was established in 2006 by avid gamers who believe that player-focused game development can result in great games. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to critical & player acclaim. Players form the foundation of our community & its for them that we continue to evolve & improve the League of Legends experience, & beyond!

Were looking for passionate professionals who can teach us a thing or two. We promise to return the favor. We embrace those who see things differently & arent afraid to experiment. Thats where you come in.

The Tax team at Riot is dedicated to helping Riot best serve its Players around the world by unlocking our Rioters & maintaining good corporate citizenship in all things tax. - Expanding & making games available globally by making sure we meet domestic & international tax requirements. Our team contains experts from a variety of tax backgrounds with a shared goal of providing Riot leaders with perspective on what makes a good tax decision. Tax can be strategic at Riot, but avoids bureaucratic barriers. The team strives to assist innovation by clearing the path, with integrity, so new experiences can reach our Players. The Tax team sits in 3 regions & each team member brings unique skills to Riot.

Riot Games is looking for a dynamic Tax Professional to join our expanding Tax team. As an International Tax Analyst, reporting to the International Tax Manager,  you will be instrumental in overseeing tax compliance matters, as well as driving automation within the tax team. You will be hands-on, understand tax operations, & collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation of annual tax provision, monthly closes, tax compliance, indirect taxes, & other federal, state, & international reporting as applicable.
• Support the international tax team with transfer pricing reporting & documentation processes, as well as with other special projects such as memos, tax planning, & intercompany allocations.
• Research, document, & understand new tax legislation & related impact to Riot with the support of the International Tax Manager.
• Support any information requests & tax controversy analysis in collaboration with the International Tax Manager.
• Collaborate with groups in legal, accounting, finance, purchasing, esports, R&D, et. al. on a variety of recurring & nonrecurring projects.
• Identify areas for automation & process improvement in addition to documenting existing processes.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or other related field.
• 2 years of tax experience in a public and/or corporate accounting environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel & comfort in analyzing large volumes of data.
• Clear written & verbal communication skills, great attention to detail, & ability to complete projects with less oversight.
• Strong time management skills, organizational skills, & ability to navigate competing priorities.
• Self-starter with the initiative to solve problems on their own, with a desire to learn & approach problems analytically.
• Take the initiative to learn about the company's business & industry.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of international tax, and/or transfer pricing is a plus.
• Experience with depreciation preferred.
• Proactive team player & able to succeed in a fast-paced & dynamic environment.
• Database and/or data automation skills are a plus.

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, & choices that focus on your fellow Rioters, who are the customers of your work. Being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position!

Our Perks:

Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy & other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, & life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, & children, & a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.

At Riot Games, we put players first. That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games & experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether youre working directly on a new player-facing experience or youre supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, were better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, were looking forward to your application.

Its our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants & members of Riot Games Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped & disabled Rioters & does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal & state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state & local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, & the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential & sensitive Company data
• Communication with others, including Rioters & third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, & networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players & other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, & compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs & additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency & security.