Senior Indirect Tax

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Prepare workpapers and tax returns for filing, and ensure the remittance of all U.S. indirect tax returns, including sales & use, B&O, excise, gross receipts, personal property, and local taxes.

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of exemption certificates.

• Monitor and manage indirect tax filing calendars and registrations across various jurisdictions.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and reconciliations for indirect tax GL accounts.

• Assist in the ongoing maintenance and improvements of indirect tax automation tools (Avalara).

• Calculate and document Zillow's ASC 450 tax contingency positions and reserves.

• Provide support for data collection and research activities.

• Handle tax correspondence, including research and responses to tax notices.

• Maintain and improve internal tax controls and policy documentation.

• Collaborate with internal departments to collect and validate data necessary for indirect tax compliance.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in indirect tax, either in public accounting or a corporate in-house role.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. sales/use tax, B&O, and other transaction-based taxes.

• High proficiency in using the Avalara tax engine.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required.

• Ability to research multi-jurisdictional tax issues, interpret guidance, and convert findings into actionable recommendations.

• Excellent time-management skills to manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

• Capable of navigating ambiguous and high-stakes tax issues independently, knowing when to proceed alone and when to escalate matters.

• Experience with Workday Financial is a plus.

• Familiarity with RIA Checkpoint and BNA research platforms is a plus.

• CPA or LLM qualification is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity awards based on experience, performance, and location.