Global Tax Lead

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual-first team collaboration

WFH office reimbursement

Equity options

Flexible health plans

Leadership exposure

Global onsite gatherings

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Global Tax Lead to guide the organization’s global tax strategy, focusing on compliance, reporting, and cross-border operations. You will partner with finance teams, external advisors, and leadership to manage complex tax matters across jurisdictions in a remote setup.

The role requires strong technical judgment and the ability to translate complex tax issues into business-friendly guidance, shaping processes and controls for audit readiness and informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate tax experience including Big 4 or national firm and in-house at a multinational
• Hands-on experience with US international tax concepts like GILTI, Subpart F, and foreign tax credits
• Strong ASC 740 tax provision experience, particularly with foreign entities
• Proven ability to manage and review outside tax advisors across multiple countries
• Working knowledge of US federal and state tax regulations with sound judgment on when to consult specialists
• Excellent communication skills to explain tax issues to non-tax colleagues and leadership
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, virtual environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage external tax advisors, ensuring timely deliverables and adherence to budgets
• Oversee global tax compliance and reporting, including maintaining a comprehensive tax calendar
• Manage the quarterly and annual income tax provision, supporting external audits as needed
• Own transfer pricing policies and documentation for intercompany transactions
• Partner with local finance teams on corporate income tax and VAT/GST regulations in various countries
• Advise on tax implications for new products, pricing strategies, and market entries
• Document tax processes and controls to meet audit standards and improve data flow from finance systems

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong analytical abilities

Strategic tax thinking

Independent in virtual work

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Global Tax Lead to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will guide the organization’s global tax strategy, with a focus on compliance, reporting, and practical support for cross-border operations. You will partner closely with finance teams, external advisors, and leadership to manage complex tax matters across multiple jurisdictions. The position requires strong technical judgment and the ability to translate sophisticated tax issues into clear, business-friendly guidance. You will also help shape processes and controls that support audit readiness and informed decision-making.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage external tax advisors, ensuring timely deliverables and adherence to budgets


• Oversee global tax compliance and reporting, including maintaining a comprehensive tax calendar


• Manage the quarterly and annual income tax provision, supporting external audits as needed


• Own transfer pricing policies and documentation for intercompany transactions


• Partner with local finance teams on corporate income tax and VAT/GST regulations in various countries


• Advise on tax implications for new products, pricing strategies, and market entries


• Document tax processes and controls to meet audit standards and improve data flow from finance systems

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate tax experience, including Big 4 or national accounting firm and in-house at a multinational company


• Hands-on experience with US international tax concepts like GILTI, Subpart F, and foreign tax credits


• Strong ASC 740 tax provision experience, particularly with foreign entities


• Proven ability to manage and review outside tax advisors across multiple countries


• Working knowledge of US federal and state tax regulations, with sound judgment on when to consult specialists


• Excellent communication skills to explain tax issues to non-tax colleagues and leadership


• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, virtual environment

Benefits

• Virtual-first teamwork with WFH office reimbursement


• Competitive compensation packages with generous equity options


• Flexible health plans with substantial subsidies


• Direct exposure to leadership for idea sharing and visibility


• Paid global onsite gatherings for team bonding and collaboration


• Growth opportunities based on contributions rather than rigid timelines

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.