Sr. Tax Analyst

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Health coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to support domestic and international tax operations, planning, and compliance. You will work with the Director of Tax and external advisors, handling ASC 740 accounting and tax provision processes.

Ideal candidates have a CPA and 4+ years in tax, with experience in federal and state filings, audits, and tax planning initiatives. Onsite role with opportunities for growth and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, or business.
• 4+ years of tax experience in public accounting with tax accounting per ASC 740.
• CPA is preferred.
• Experience with federal and state tax filings including ASC 740.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to external tax advisors for federal and multi-state returns.
• Review and file federal and multi-state tax returns with advisors.
• Prepare annual tax provision and related ASC 740 filings.
• Assist in managing tax audits and relationships with auditors/advisors.
• Coordinate responses to notices and processing of refund checks.

Skills

CPA

Tax provisions

ASC 740

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

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. TAX ANALYST

The Sr. Tax Analyst will work closely with the Director, Tax in directing all aspects of the company’s domestic and international tax operations including tax planning, compliance/coordination related to federal tax, multi-state income taxes, sales and use tax, property tax, business license, and permits, managing federal and state tax audits, and various other informational reports fillings. You will also be responsible for the preparation of the annual tax provision and related memoranda for purposes of tax accounting in accordance with ASC 740.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for providing necessary tax-related information to external tax advisors for federal and multi-state tax returns and preparation of quarterly estimates
• Work with external tax advisors in review and filing of federal and multi-state tax returns
• Responsible for preparation of the annual tax provision and overseeing the maintenance of major tax accounts in accordance with ASC 740, FIN 48, etc.
• Assist in managing all tax-related audits and relationships with external audit and external tax advisors
• Prepare and coordinate responses to notices and processing of refund checks from taxing authorities
• Responsible for multi-state income taxes, sales and use tax, property tax, business license and permits and various other informational reports fillings
• Serve as a main contact for the company’s outside auditors and tax service providers on all tax matters, including compliance, key strategic projects and tax planning initiatives
• Communicate with other business groups to explain tax impacts of business strategies
• Identify and assist in implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance process efficiencies—e.g., tax fixed assets depreciation system
• Assist in developing and implementing tax strategies and initiatives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, or business
• 4+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting with tax accounting in accordance with ASC 740

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• CPA
• Expertise in income tax provisions and corporate income taxation, including federal tax and state & local tax; exposure to sales and use tax and other tax related filings
• Ability to interpret and apply technical tax and financial reporting requirements
• Ability to recommend and substantiate tax positions
• Experience dealing with taxing authorities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively as well as independently

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:

Sr. Tax Analyst: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year

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, stock options, 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.

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