Tax Manager, Credits & Incentives

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Discretionary bonuses

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

3 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Hawthorne, CA, is looking for a Tax Manager to oversee tax credits and incentives. The role entails identifying, managing, and facilitating various tax projects while collaborating with internal departments and external consultants.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree and have over 5 years of experience in tax credits, particularly within R&D and renewable energy. The position requires full-time on-site presence with no hybrid or remote options.

The role offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $190,000, extensive benefits including medical coverage, paid vacation, and stock purchase options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting with emphasis on tax credits and incentives.
• Proven experience with R&D Credits, Renewable Energy Credits, Manufacturing Credits.

Responsibilities

• Manage various tax credits and incentives projects.
• Develop processes to improve efficiency in data gathering and analysis.
• Work with external tax advisors for calculations and documentation.

Skills

Tax credit management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, business, engineering, technology

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.

TAX MANAGER, CREDITS & INCENTIVES

The Tax Manager will work closely with the Director, Tax, focusing on tax credits and incentives. The Tax Manager will identify, manage, and facilitate all aspects of the company’s various tax credits and incentives, including planning, compliance, coordination with external tax consultants, staying up to date on legislation, coordination with various departments within the company, and various other responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage various tax credits and incentives projects, including Research and Development (“R&D”) credit, Sustainability and Renewable Energy Credits, CHIPS Credit, etc.
• Develop and refine processes to improve efficiency in data gathering and data analysis
• Work with external tax advisors in completing tax credit calculations and documentation
• Communicate with other business groups to explain tax impacts of business strategies
• Integrate technology and innovation into processes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, business, engineering, technology, or other discipline
• 5+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting with experience in tax credits and incentives (including R&D Credits, Renewable Energy Credits, Manufacturing Credits, etc.)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Prior Big 4 experience
• CPA
• Knowledge of engineering or sustainability projects
• Understanding of fixed assets depreciation methods
• Understanding of Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, as well as Section 41 R&D Credits
• 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 as necessary

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Pay Range (Level 1): $140,000 - $190,000
• Base salary is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience
• Eligible for long‑term incentives in the form of company stock or long‑term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; paid parental leave; and various other discounts and perks
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, (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.

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 Affemptive Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].