Sr. Manager, Indirect Tax

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Manager, Indirect Tax to lead sales and use tax compliance and tax planning for a global operation based in Hawthorne, CA. The role focuses on data coordination, audit defense, and continuous improvement of tax processes across multiple jurisdictions.

The candidate will manage tax returns, support audits, and provide strategic guidance on indirect tax matters in a high-growth environment. Onsite in Hawthorne; strong Excel and tax research tools required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, tax or finance.
• 10+ years of indirect tax experience in public accounting or at a multinational company.
• Experience with MS Excel and tax research tools (RIA Checkpoint).

Responsibilities

• Gather and manipulate data and coordinate with external service providers to prepare sales and use tax and VAT returns across all U.S. states and Canada.
• Manage monthly and year-end general ledger account reconciliation.
• Stay informed with new products and business growth initiatives to provide guidance and ensure compliance and audit defense.
• Resolve tax notices and similar matters.
• Perform tax technical research related to sales and use tax and other indirect tax matters.
• Assist with invoice sales tax reviews and use tax accrual reviews.
• Assist in validating data and proper calculation and collection of sales tax in all states in Vertex and Avalara.

Skills

Indirect tax experience

Tax research

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, tax or finance

Tools

MS Excel

RIA Checkpoint

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. MANAGER, INDIRECT TAX

We are seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Senior Manager to manage sales and use tax compliance, assist with indirect tax controversy/audit matters, and handle all aspects of tax planning and optimization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and manipulate data and coordinate with external service providers to prepare sales and use tax and VAT returns across all U.S. states and Canada
• Manage monthly and year-end general ledger account reconciliation
• Stay informed with new products and business growth initiatives to provide guidance and ensure compliance and audit defense
• Resolve tax notices and similar matters
• Perform tax technical research related to sales and use tax and other indirect tax matters
• Assist with invoice sales tax reviews and use tax accrual reviews
• Assist in validating data and proper calculation and collection of sales tax in all states in Vertex and Avalara
• Work with vendors and internal purchasing teams on sales & use tax matters, including claiming various exemptions or abatements, and looking for savings opportunities
• Document indirect tax positions, issues, and resolutions
• Assist with indirect tax audits, refund claims and coordinate responses to various tax authorities
• Prepare and maintain tax calendar for indirect tax licenses, filings, as well as assist in various administrative matters
• Validate and manage sales tax exemption certificates

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, tax or finance
• 10+ years experience as an indirect tax professional in public accounting or at a large multinational company
• Experience with MS Excel and tax research tools (i.e. RIA Checkpoint)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with end-to-end sales and use tax compliance
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience
• Experience working across multiple states
• Experience working with sales and use tax software (Vertex)
• Familiarity with SQL
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a high paced, ever-changing environment
• Familiarity with indirect taxes related to multiple industries (manufacturing, telecom, retail)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles area), and requires being onsite full-time - hybrid and remote work will not be considered
• Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
$175,000.00 - $250,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Afftive Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].