Senior Tax Associate
ScentbirdAbout the role
Senior Tax Associate
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Tax Associate to support our growing tax function with a focus on international tax compliance, domestic sales tax management, and unclaimed property reporting. This role requires strong organizational skills, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to manage external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate compliance with global tax obligations.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
International Tax:
- Support international launches for D2C and marketplaces
Coordinate international tax (VAT/GST) registrations and ensure timely filing of returns. - Serve as the primary liaison with international tax advisors and local country representatives.
- Maintain a global tax calendar to ensure compliance with international tax deadlines.
Domestic Sales Tax:
- Oversee domestic sales tax compliance including return preparation, reconciliation, and remittance.
- Manage and act on sales tax notices and letters from state and local jurisdictions.
- Assist with sales tax audits, providing documentation and coordinating responses as needed.
Tax Coordination & Reporting:
- Collaborate with external and internal tax accountants to facilitate:
- Quarterly tax estimates
- R&D credit calculations and documentation
- Year-end tax provision and tax return preparation
Unclaimed Property:
- Partner with the Analytics team to design and implement reporting processes for unclaimed property compliance.
- Assist in completing unclaimed property filings as processes are developed.
What We’ll Love About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or MST a plus).
- 3–5 years of experience in a corporate tax, public accounting, or consulting environment.
- Familiarity with international VAT/GST and U.S. sales tax regulations.
- Experience working with third-party tax service providers.
- Strong communication skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships.
- Proficient in Excel and tax software tools (e.g., Avalara, or similar platforms).
What You’ll Need to Have:
- Willingness to be flexible and operate in a start-up environment
- Positive mindset
- Passion for your work and the Company
- Reliable teammate and leader
- Creativity in solution seeking.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
What You’ll Love About Us:
- Competitive base compensation
- Remote first *
- Bonus program
- Referral bonus
- Paid Time Off and Wellness Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401k with Company Match through Fidelity
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Company provided Lifeinsurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts, as well as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual Education Stipend
- Complimentary Scentbird Membership
- Discounts on Owned Brands
- Monthly virtual team building/ educational activities
- A fun, creative and energetic work environment
* We are hiring in the following states: Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington
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