Senior Tax Manager

Overview

A leading global payroll and HR platform is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead and oversee the tax function across multiple jurisdictions. This role involves managing complex tax filings, directing tax provision processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing strategic tax advice. The Senior Tax Manager will collaborate closely with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to support business growth and implement scalable tax strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the preparation and review of complex US federal and state/local income tax returns for various entity types (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, etc.), including final review before filing.
• Direct the quarterly and annual US income tax provision process under US GAAP (ASC 740), including calculation of Effective Tax Rate (ETR), deferred tax assets and liabilities, FIN 48/ASC 740-10 (Uncertain Tax Positions), and related financial disclosures.
• Oversee reconciliation of tax accounts to ensure consistency between the general ledger, tax returns, and tax provision calculations.
• Monitor and research changes in US tax law and develop tax planning strategies to minimize overall US tax liability.
• Act as primary point of contact for IRS, state, and local tax audits; manage audit defense, prepare information requests, and negotiate with tax authorities.
• Provide expert tax guidance to senior management and internal departments on tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and restructuring.
• Drive development and continuous improvement of tax processes, controls, and technology (tax software, ERP systems) to enhance efficiency and governance.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior tax staff, senior accountants, and analysts.
• Manage relationships and deliverables from external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors, ensuring timely and cost-effective service aligned with company strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferably with a focus on Taxation.
• CPA certification or equivalent professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) strongly preferred.
• Law degree and/or MBA is a strong plus.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting, compliance, and/or tax provision preparation, ideally within a large multinational corporation or Big 4 public accounting firm.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns and calculating Effective Tax Rates (ETR) / tax provisions (ASC 740 / IAS 12).
• Solid understanding of US tax laws, accounting principles (US GAAP/IFRS), and applicable tax regulations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly to non-tax professionals.
• Highly analytical, efficient, and creative problem-solver comfortable with complexity and ambiguity.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and experience with tax preparation software (e.g., OneSource, GoSystem, SAP Tax) and/or ERP systems.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently in a multinational setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-growing SaaS or technology company.
• Familiarity with global tax compliance and cross-border tax issues.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with stock grant opportunities based on role, employment status, and location.
• Additional perks and benefits tailored to employment status and country.
• Flexible remote work options, including optional access to coworking spaces.

Location

This position offers flexibility for remote work.

This employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.