Senior Tax Manager, International

Upwork's Tax as part of Finance & Accounting is leading the effort to ensure Upwork is in full compliance with various tax rules and regulations around the world. We are also able to influence how our platform users are able to experience the work marketplace. This position will report to the Tax Senior Director, and will manage the day-to-day tax operations at Upwork.

If you want to be part of a company that is revolutionizing the future of work, a team that is living out the values of Upwork to march towards our mission, and a role that will challenge you every single day to grow as a tax professional, this is for you!

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide support in preparation of the monthly indirect tax accounting reconciliations and analysis related to state and sales & use taxes
• Oversee outside providers to ensure timely, complete and accurate filing of international tax returns, extensions and payments
• Perform research on a variety of international tax issues, including new transaction taxes and project-specific projects.
• Manage tax controversy process for state and local tax audits and notices
• Manage all aspects of oversea indirect tax compliance matters including Canadian/Australian GST and HST, DST, and VAT
• Prepare ad hoc analyses, and assist, lead and/or manage with special international tax projects such as IP and tax structure
• Manage monthly tax accounting processes for international entities and working closely with Accounting team members and external service providers
• Assist Tax Senior Director to manage and execute transfer pricing controls of international entities
• Ensure new products and markets launch with indirect tax compliance requirements and processes implemented, minimizing risk and exposure to penalties
• Identify, design and implement process improvements for efficient and effective international tax compliance and accounting including local GAAP book.

What it takes to catch our eye:

• Ability to prioritize and deliver on your commitments timely and accurately
• Experience working as a tax manager in a dynamic, fast growing public company, marketplace experience is a plus
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects / responsibilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to work with the cross functional team
• Consistent track record of identifying issues and coming up with creative solutions

The annual base salary for this position in California and Washington ranges from $116,000 - $188,000. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salary for this position in California and Washington, and individual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Additionally, this position is eligible for the annual bonus plan or sales incentive plan and eligibility to participate in our long term equity incentive program.

Come change how the world works.

At Upwork, you'll shape talent solutions for how the world works today. We are a remote-first organization working together to create exciting remote work opportunities for a global community of professionals. While we have physical offices in San Francisco and Chicago, currently we also support hiring of corporate full-time employees in 19 states in the United States. Please speak with a member of our recruitment team to determine whether you are located in a state in which we are hiring corporate full-time employees.

Our vibrant culture is built on shared values and our mission to create economic opportunities so that people have better lives. We foster amazing teams, put our community first, and have a bias toward action. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work and grow together through development opportunities, mentorship, and employee resource groups. And oh yeah, we've also got amazing benefits - including medical insurance for you and your family, unlimited PTO, 401(k) with matching, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and a generous Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Check out our Life at Upwork page to learn more about our benefits and the employee experience.

Check out our Life at Upwork page to learn more about the employee experience.

Upwork is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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