Space Tax Accountant: Build Scalable Compliance & Credits

Northwood Space; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space is seeking a Tax Accountant to build and own the tax function as the company scales its ground station operations in the United States. You will coordinate federal, state, and local filings, support income tax provisions, and collaborate with Finance, Legal, and operations on tax considerations for new locations and contracts.

The role requires 3+ years of tax experience, a relevant degree, and strong analytical and ERP/Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent.
• 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Knowledge of US federal/state tax, sales and use tax, and research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the tax compliance calendar across federal, state, and local filings.
• Manage sales and use tax compliance including nexus and exemption handling.
• Support income tax provisions and tax account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and operations on tax implications of new sites and contracts.
• Develop scalable tax processes and ERP configurations; handle tax notices and audits.

Skills

Tax accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

Northwood Space is seeking a Tax Accountant to build and own the tax function as the company scales its ground station operations in the United States. You will coordinate federal, state, and local filings, support income tax provisions, and collaborate with Finance, Legal, and operations on tax considerations for new locations and contracts.

The role requires 3+ years of tax experience, a relevant degree, and strong analytical and ERP/Excel skills.