Senior Tax Specialist (Remote)

Overview

A global enterprise AI SaaS organization is seeking a Senior Tax Specialist to join their lean, collaborative tax department. This remote role involves ownership of a broad range of federal, state, and international tax matters, contributing to tax strategy and operational efficiency. The position offers a hands-on, high-visibility opportunity with potential for growth into management.

Location: Remote (collaboration across global time zones)

Reports To: VP of Global Tax

Requirement: Active CPA license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist tax compliance service providers with preparation and filing of federal and state income tax returns, extensions, and payments
• Manage international tax components, including Forms 5471 and 8858, Section 987, and GILTI calculations
• Analyze and aggregate data to compile the annual tax provision under ASC 740, including assessment of uncertain tax positions and contingencies under ASC 450
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax obligations
• Resolve and respond to federal and state tax notices
• Analyze financial data to identify tax savings opportunities and efficiency improvements
• Provide strategic recommendations to minimize tax liabilities and optimize the overall tax position
• Assist in preparation of annual tax forecasts and budgets
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and interpret evolving tax laws and regulations
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in tax planning and compliance
• Partner closely with the VP of Global Tax and cross-functional teams such as accounting, legal, and senior management
• Collaborate with tax and finance teams in multiple geographies including Ireland, Portugal, and India
• Interface with external auditors and tax authorities, providing documentation and addressing inquiries
• Gather financial information from various departments to support tax filings and analysis
• Maintain organized, comprehensive records of all tax-related documentation
• Create and maintain process memos for all tax functions
• Develop and implement internal controls to ensure accurate and compliant tax reporting
• Participate in automation initiatives to modernize and streamline tax processes
• Assess and mitigate tax-related risks across multiple jurisdictions
• Support efficient resolution of federal and state tax audits
• Ensure accurate reporting and proactively identify potential compliance issues

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive tax experience with demonstrated ownership of complex projects
• Active CPA license
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Proven experience preparing and filing federal and state income tax returns, extensions, and payments
• Strong working knowledge of ASC 740 (income tax provision) and ASC 450 (non-income tax provision)
• Hands-on experience with international tax components: Forms 5471 and 8858, Section 987, and GILTI
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects independently
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills with a team-oriented personality
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment with distributed teams
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a public accounting firm (Big 4 or National firm)
• Previous experience within a corporate finance department
• State and local tax (SALT) experience, including sales/use tax, property tax, business licenses, and registered agent fees
• Research & Development (R&D) tax credit experience
• NetSuite expertise
• Experience with or interest in tax automation and process improvement initiatives
• Broad tax background across multiple specialty areas
• Entrepreneurial, self-starting approach and technology-forward mindset
• Collaborative, outgoing personality suited to remote work and building relationships across time zones
• Ability to identify process automation opportunities and drive continuous improvement

Compensation & Benefits

Details regarding compensation and benefits are not specified.

Location

Remote position with collaboration across global time zones.