The Senior Manager of Global Tax will manage Spreetail's global tax strategy, compliance, and planning to optimize tax efficiency and support growth. This role involves advisory functions, managing tax advisors, and ensuring scalable tax processes.
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Spreetail is seeking a Sr Manager, Tax to own and scale the company’s global tax strategy and compliance as the business grows. Reporting to the Global Controller, this role will assess and optimize the domestic and international tax landscape, design planning strategies that reduce cash tax outflow and support transactions and expansion, and oversee global compliance across U.S. federal, multi-state, VAT, and other indirect taxes. Acting as the internal tax authority, the Sr. Manager will partner closely with the CFO, FP&A, and executive leaders, manage external advisors, pursue tax incentives, and build scalable processes that support long-term growth and public-company readiness—all with an “act like an owner” mindset and a high degree of autonomy.
How you will achieve success:
- Own and lead Spreetail’s global tax function, including U.S. federal, multi-state, VAT, and other indirect tax compliance, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability as the business grows.
- Design and execute domestic and international tax planning strategies that reduce cash tax outflow, enable transactions and global expansion, and drive long-term shareholder value.
- Serve as the internal tax authority and strategic partner, advising the Global Controller, CFO, FP&A, and executive leadership on transactions, structuring, and key business initiatives.
- Manage and direct external tax advisors and a small internal team, holding accountability for outcomes while balancing cost, quality, and risk.
- Build scalable tax processes and documentation to support continued growth and future public-company readiness, operating with a strong “act like an owner” mindset.
What experiences will help you in this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred (advanced degree a plus).
- 6+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or industry, with demonstrated ownership of complex tax matters.
- Strong technical foundation in U.S. federal, multi-state, and indirect tax (SALT, VAT), with experience across partnership and C-corporation structures and working knowledge of ASC 740.
- Proven experience in tax planning, cross-border structuring, and transaction or growth enablement, supporting business expansion and strategic initiatives.
- Self-directed leader comfortable operating in ambiguity, with strong analytical and communication skills and a track record of managing external advisors while translating tax complexity into clear business insights.
In an effort to Make Spreetail Better, we hire people that are aligned with our values and are passionate about pursuing ecommerce excellence. We believe the right person can learn what is needed to succeed in their role, so we encourage job applicants to apply even if you don't meet all the qualifications listed. We are looking for diverse backgrounds and perspectives, so we don’t require college degrees and welcome non-linear career paths. If this role highlights your experience and gets you excited – please apply!
What you can expect from us:
• We provide the flexibility to take care of yourself. Spreetail operates in a work culture that promotes results and encourages taking time off when needed. In addition to a generous vacation policy, we also offer paid time-off for your wedding week, paid parental leave and support for parents of growing families.
• We celebrate accomplishments. Each year at Spreetail is a milestone with the opportunity to receive special gifts, swag store credit, or donations to a nonprofit of your choice. We also recognize people pursuing impacts with Spreetail Spotlight Awards.
• We care about your Health & Wellness. Spreetail works hard to enhance the employee experience through benefit programs and perks that provide meaningful support. We offer affordable medical, dental and vision plans with coast-to-coast coverage. We also provide free telehealth and on-demand mental health resources.
• We create the opportunity to revolutionize your community. We encourage Spreetailers to give back and make a social impact, and we offer paid time off to do it.
Spreetail is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Spreetail is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].
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Top Skills
Asc 740
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Indirect Tax
Multi-State Tax
U.S. Federal Tax
Vat
Spreetail Austin, Texas, USA Office
Austin, TX, United States, 78701
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