Tax Director

vitalfarms; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Eggs for free + discounts

Professional development

Team swag

Job summary

Vital Farms is seeking a Tax Director to lead the company’s tax function across income, sales and use, and other indirect taxes. You will drive compliance, planning, and strategy within a fast‑growing food company with a commitment to Conscious Capitalism.

The role requires a CPA with 10–12 years of corporate tax experience, strong ASC 740 and GAAP knowledge, and the ability to partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders. Some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Tax or Accounting required; Master's in taxation preferred.
• CPA required
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in corporate tax
• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local tax laws
• Experience with ASC 740 and GAAP reporting
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and filing corporate income tax returns.
• Managing quarterly and annual tax provision calculations per ASC 740.
• Reviewing disclosures for GAAP financial statements.
• Coordinating with external auditors and tax consultants.
• Overseeing R&D tax credit and bonus depreciation tracking.
• Manage sales and use tax nexus and compliance.
• Responding to tax notices and audits.
• Provide tax guidance to internal stakeholders.

Skills

CPA

US tax laws

ASC 740

GAAP reporting

ERP systems (D365)

Tax planning

Audits & compliance

Analytical skills

Travel 10-20%

Education

Bachelor's in Tax or Accounting

Master's in Taxation preferred

Tools

ERP systems (D365)

Job description

Finding the right place to grow your career isn't (over) easy, so we're here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you'll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the \"way things have always been done.\" Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you're into our values, our brand, or our egg- cellent puns, we hope you 'll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms, we're proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We're committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Your Role:

The Tax Director plays a critical role in ensuring the company's tax compliance and optimizing tax strategies. This position will lead all aspects of the company's tax function, including income tax, sales and use tax, and other indirect taxes. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced tax professional with a strong understanding of US tax laws and regulations.

What You'll Do:

Direct Tax:

• Reviewing and filing corporate income tax returns.
• Managing quarterly and annual tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740.
• Reviewing disclosures for GAAP financial statements.
• Reviewing complex tax calculations prepared by third party tax preparers.
• Assessing and reviewing quarterly estimated tax payments and tax return extensions.
• Responding to tax notices and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Managing tax audits conducted by federal, state, and local authorities.
• Coordinating with external auditors and tax consultants to ensure timely and accurate tax filings.
• Compiling annual and quarterly information for third party tax preparers.
• Oversees tax planning initiatives, including the identification, calculation, and documentation of the R&D tax credit and the tracking of bonus depreciation.

Indirect Tax:

• Evaluate and determine nexus for US entities.
• Coordinate necessary registrations for sales and use tax.
• Oversee sales and use tax compliance.

General:

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact for auditors, external tax advisors, and tax authorities.
• Manage any related inquiries or audits.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact, and communicate necessary changes in strategy or procedures to leadership.
• Provide tax related guidance and consultative direction to internal stakeholders.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor's degree in Tax or Accounting required. Master's degree in taxation is highly preferred
• CPA required
• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in corporate tax
• General working knowledge of employment/payroll tax regulations
• Strong understanding of US federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Experience with ASC 740 and GAAP financial reporting
• Proven ability to manage complex tax projects and deadlines
• Experience in Agricultural and Manufacturing industries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365) is a plus.
• Ability to travel 10-20% for company meetings, team gatherings and other business needs

You no hero - You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.

You give a sh*t - You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.

You raise the standards - You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.

You can walk in someone else's boots - You seek to understand other's viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.

You do n't w al k on eggshells - You're not af raid to leave the bullsh *t behind and have honest conversations.

We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven't yet considered!

What We Bring to the Table:

• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few).
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1.
• Free eggs , along with friends and family discounts.
• Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.

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