Global Indirect Tax Manager & Systems Lead

iHerb; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

iHerb is seeking a Tax Manager in Irvine, CA to lead state, local and international indirect tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will partner with external preparers, manage tax engine configurations, and support audits while staying current with evolving tax laws.

Requires a minimum of seven years of income and/or sales tax experience, a CPA, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance. Master’s in Taxation is a plus; salary ranges reflect Los Angeles-area market norms and iHerb's

Qualifications

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organization and multi-tasking abilities
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end preparation and filing of state, local, and international indirect tax returns.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external tax preparers, ensuring data accuracy and timely filings.
• Prepare and review US and foreign indirect tax filings and reconciliations.
• Review and oversee monthly reconciliations of tax accounts on the general ledger.
• Manage SOX control documentation.
• Coordinate information for tax authority audits and ad hoc projects.
• Lead communications and negotiations with tax authorities.
• Maintain the tax calendar, tax notice log, and carryover schedules.
• Remain current on existing and upcoming tax laws.
• Research tax issues and prepare memoranda; maintain legislative materials.
• Lead the tax engine configurations (e.g., Vertex, Avalara) and taxability mappings.
• Drive end-to-end tax engine implementations as SME.
• Develop understanding of tax data for forecasting and automation initiatives.

Skills

Accuracy

Organization

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Master’s in Taxation (plus)

Tools

Avalara

Vertex

Tax engines

Job description

iHerb is seeking a Tax Manager in Irvine, CA to lead state, local and international indirect tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will partner with external preparers, manage tax engine configurations, and support audits while staying current with evolving tax laws.

Requires a minimum of seven years of income and/or sales tax experience, a CPA, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance. Master’s in Taxation is a plus; salary ranges reflect Los Angeles-area market norms and iHerb's