Senior Tax Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Tax Analyst to join our team in Sydney, Australia. As a key member of our tax team, you will be responsible for managing our global sales tax and indirect tax obligations, product classifications, and system documentation.

• Prepare, review, and lodge US sales tax returns via Avalara or tax portals
• Monthly US sales tax and indirect tax balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and lodge other indirect US taxes, including gross receipts and business & occupation (B&O) returns
• Support preparation and lodgement of indirect tax returns for UK, Europe, New Zealand, Uruguay, and Australia
• Quarterly review of Avalara reports for new US sales tax registrations requirements and review of indirect tax registration requirements in relevant countries
• Ongoing compliance with US State registration requirements, setting up State tax portal access, and updating Avalara registration details
• Monitor and manage global entities' sales tax footprints, registering and performing compliance activities as necessary
• Maintain and update tax portal access details
• Review and approve US sales tax exemption requests
• Prepare and maintain sales tax and indirect tax documentation in conjunction with the tax team
• Support sales tax/indirect tax audits across global jurisdictions
• Proactive focus on process improvement, automation, and technology adoption to increase efficiency and accuracy of US sales tax and indirect tax workstreams
• Consult on sales tax/indirect tax technical matters and provide advice on indirect tax compliance

• Developed indirect tax skillset, preferably from consulting, fast-paced business, or in-house tech environment
• Professional qualification preferred (Masters in Taxation, CTA, or similar) and/or degree in law, accounting, or finance (or similar) desirable
• Relevant skills in preparation of sales tax/GST/VAT returns, including maintenance/ownership of balance sheet reconciliations in Europe, US, or Australia/New Zealand essential
• US sales tax experience preferred but not essential
• Experience with using Avalara preferred
• Use of Netsuite preferred
• Experience with Value Added Tax (VAT) or Goods & Services Tax (GST) in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, or other jurisdictions highly desirable
• Exposure to tax authorities in multiple jurisdictions
• Comfortable with technology adoption and using different technology services and systems to manage indirect and sales tax compliance obligations
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with the ability to work independently under reasonable pressure and within set deadlines
• Self-motivated and proactive learner with a desire to learn and willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved

• Unlimited PTO (Open Time Away) and birthday leave
• Remote first position or work from our Melbourne or Sydney office space if you prefer
• Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
• Flexible work hours