Indirect Tax Manager

Zipline•South San Francisco, CA

11h•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are very excited to be hiring a newly created Indirect Tax Manager role to join our fast-paced Accounting and Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading drone logistics company that will tap into your existing knowledge while making meaningful contributions to the growth of the company. You will lead and manage the indirect tax area including but not limited to sales/use tax, property taxes, excise tax, etc. The Indirect Tax Manager will report to the Head of Tax.

Requirements

At least 7 years of indirect tax experience working with a multinational company with operations in multiple states and/or similar experience from an international public accounting firm
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while being flexible as priority changes
Experience with Avalara and NetSuite is highly preferred
Proficient with other software such Checkpoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or Google G Suite specifically Excel and Google Sheet.
Must be eligible to work in the US and travel globally as needed.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree or professional certification is a plus
Experience with marketplace facilitator tax laws is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide tax consultation to various business units and functions
Research and resolve indirect tax issues with vendors and customers
Prepare and file all indirect tax returns
Prepare audit ready workpapers
Prepare monthly tax account reconciliation
Prepare tax technical research memo to support our tax position
Manage and maintain the Avalara tax engine and reporting system
Manage and maintain the indirect tax calendar to ensure timely filing of all tax returns and payments
Lead and manage all indirect tax audits
Lead all systems related effort that impacts the indirect tax area
Collaborate with Head of Tax to develop and implement tax planning ideas
Collaborate with the Accounting and Finance teams to address all indirect tax related matters
Develop and lead internal indirect tax training sessions
Provide tax development and updates to the Head of Tax and other business functions
Register and maintain sales/use tax permits as new locations are added
Work on ad hoc indirect tax projects as necessary
Liaise and manage relationship with outside tax advisors
Continue to enhance and improve internal control in the indirect tax area