Manager, Indirect Tax

Roku; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Equity awards

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Roku is seeking an Indirect Tax Manager to join their finance team in San Jose, CA. This position involves managing indirect tax compliance and planning, collaborating with various teams, and providing technical tax advice on international expansion.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in indirect tax, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with large datasets. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, equity awards, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-6 years of directly related tax experience.
• Broad technical knowledge of US and international indirect tax laws.
• Experience with digital services and supply chain logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accurate reporting of indirect tax returns.
• Support tax planning strategies maximizing savings.
• Develop relationships with project teams and monitor trends.

Skills

Accounting skills

Tax preparation proficiency

Analytical capabilities

Knowledge of indirect tax laws

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Tax

CPA, MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Avalara or equivalent

CCH or RIA

Job description

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About the role

The Indirect Tax Manager will join our growing team of tax professionals located at our HQ in San Jose, CA. The Indirect Tax Manager will be contributing to all areas of indirect tax, including compliance and planning. The individual will report to the Head of Tax/Sr. Tax Director. We are seeking a colleague who enjoys working collaboratively in a collegial team environment within a fast‑paced growing company. The Indirect Tax Manager will be a qualified tax professional with solid experience in worldwide indirect tax compliance, working knowledge and experience with digital services and supply chain logistics, and strong accounting/tax expertise. This role requires comfort working with large datasets and high transaction volumes, leveraging strong analytical capabilities to extract meaningful insights from complex data. This role will require a person who is proactive and enjoys learning and new challenges. This role will be an active participant in planning that is closely integrated with income tax, in order to support the business from a holistic tax perspective. In this position you’ll serve as a key member of our finance team and will have opportunities to contribute to shareholder value by assisting with the growth of the Company’s international expansion. If you’re looking for a fast‑paced, but demanding office culture where you can affect the bottom line, this role is for you.

For California Only – The estimated annual salary for this position is between $145,000 and $160,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

What you’ll be doing

• Indirect Tax Return Compliance – Collaborate and work with the team to manage the accurate reporting of the Roku and Roku foreign subsidiary indirect tax returns for VAT/GST, etc. Consider technology and process improvements to improve overall compliance processes
• Planning Activities – Support the business and contribute to the implementation of tax planning strategies, which maximize savings on a defensible basis. Conduct tax research. Actively participate in the review of proposed transactions to properly advise management of tax consequences. Support the indirect tax integration of business acquisitions, dispositions and restructurings
• Additional Activities include:
  • Provide support, as needed, to the US sales tax and GST/VAT processes, as well as other indirect taxes and business taxes as needed
  • Provide technical tax advice and planning services to a portfolio of projects
  • Build strong working relationships with our internal project teams, developing your understanding of their unique needs and requirements
  • Develop your own knowledge, maintaining your status as a trusted advisor by monitoring emerging trends, technologies and practices
• Tax Audits and Controversies – Evaluate and respond to requests for information from government tax authorities and participate in developing strategies to successfully defend tax filing positions. Support the coordination and implementation of audit strategies. Stay abreast of legal developments and industry positions in order to accurately evaluate options and responses to requests for information.

We’re excited if you have

• BS/BA in Accounting or Tax
• CPA, MBA or an advanced degree with an emphasis in taxation a plus
• Minimum of 5‑6 years of directly related tax experience, either Big 4 accounting firm or industry or both
• Proficiency in tax preparation and research tools (Avalara or equivalent, CCH or RIA)
• Broad technical knowledge of US and international indirect tax laws and regulations
• Strong accounting skills including intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and experience with statutory local accounting
• Experience with digital services as well as tangible goods and supply chain logistics

Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five‑day in‑office policy.

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support their evolving work and life needs. It’s important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

Accommodations

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].