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Brewer Morris lists this Indirect Tax Senior Manager opportunity in san jose, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Manager, Indirect Tax - Remote/Hybrid (U.S.-Based)
About the Opportunity
Join a high-growth global technology organization as a key member of the tax leadership team. Reporting to the Head of Tax, this role offers broad responsibility across global indirect tax, trade and customs, tax technology, compliance, audit defense, and strategic business advisory .
The Senior Manager, Indirect Tax will partner closely with business operations, finance, legal, procurement, sales operations, and accounting teams to support continued global growth. This role combines hands-on technical tax work with strategic leadership and the opportunity to help build and scale a world-class tax function.
The organization offers a flexible remote/hybrid work model within the United States .
Key Responsibilities
Indirect Tax Compliance & Reporting
Lead global indirect tax compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions, including sales and use tax, VAT, GST, and other transaction taxes
Coordinate with accounting teams and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings
Oversee reporting processes and strengthen compliance controls across the organization
Technical Tax Leadership
Advise business leaders on indirect tax implications of transactions, commercial agreements, and strategic initiatives
Support contract reviews and negotiations from a tax perspective
Monitor regulatory developments and ensure appropriate implementation across the business
Audit & Risk Management
Manage indirect tax audits, notices, assessments, and information requests
Develop strategies to minimize tax risk and defend tax positions
Partner with advisors and business stakeholders on complex audit and controversy matters
Supply Chain & Business Advisory
Support supply chain planning and expansion initiatives
Analyze tax implications of new products, markets, and operational changes
Advise on business taxes, import duties, incentives, and customs-related matters
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with finance, legal, procurement, accounting, sales operations, and technology teams
Support taxability determinations and system implementations
Ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and growth initiatives
Technology & Process Improvement
Oversee indirect tax systems and reporting technology
Drive automation initiatives and process improvements
Improve efficiency, data quality, and scalability across compliance workflows
Support tax technology transformation initiatives
Leadership & Team Development
Lead and develop internal team members and external advisors
Ensure delivery of high-quality technical work product
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement
Additional Responsibilities
Support trade and customs initiatives
Participate in strategic tax projects and special assignments as needed
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field
8+ years of progressive indirect tax experience in a multinational corporation and/or major public accounting firm
Strong technical expertise in indirect tax, including sales tax, VAT, and GST
Experience managing complex, multi-jurisdictional compliance environments
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Preferred
CPA or other advanced professional certification
Experience with trade and customs matters
Experience leading and developing tax professionals
Exposure to high-growth global organizations
Technical Skills
Indirect Tax Expertise
Sales & use tax
VAT/GST
Business taxes and transaction taxes
Customs and import duties
Tax incentives and credits
Audit defense and controversy management
Systems & Technology
Experience implementing and managing indirect tax software solutions
Tax technology and automation expertise
Process optimization and workflow improvement experience
Ability to leverage technology to improve compliance efficiency and reporting accuracy
Skills & Attributes
Strong technical and commercial acumen
Ability to translate complex tax issues into practical business guidance
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
High degree of initiative, ownership, and intellectual curiosity
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Proven leadership and team-building capabilities
Why This Role
Broad ownership across global indirect tax and customs activities
Opportunity to shape and build a growing tax function
Significant exposure to business operations and strategic decision-making
High visibility with executive leadership and key stakeholders
Strong focus on technology, automation, and process improvement
Dynamic, fast-growing global business environment
Competitive compensation package including base salary ($187K-$253K range) and additional incentives
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary and total rewards package
Flexible remote/hybrid work environment within the United States
Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits
Retirement savings programs
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development and learning opportunities
Performance-based compensation opportunities
Equal Opportunity
The hiring organization is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, experience, and background is valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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Worksite address
san jose, CA, 95199, US
Who can apply
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