Corporate Tax Director

Note: This position requires presence in one of our San Francisco office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize the company's tax liability while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Oversee the preparation and filing of all corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and government agencies
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams on tax implications of business decisions and transactions
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, and assess their impact on the company
• Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and fostering their professional development
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and other departments to ensure tax considerations are integrated into business decisions
• Participate in strategic financial planning and provide insights on tax implications of potential business opportunities

You

• Have received a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or advanced degree (e.g., MST, LLM) preferred
• Demonstrate proven experience in corporate tax, with a minimum of 7-10 years in a leadership role
• Have in-depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a track record of effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Have demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a focus on mentoring and developing talent
• Are able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Have exceptional accounting, analytical and research skills
• Have 3-5+ years of related experience in public accounting or in the internal tax department of a US multi-state corporation
• Demonstrate strong project management skills, including working on multiple projects concurrently
• Possess practical knowledge of indirect tax compliance and planning for international regions

Nice to Have

• A knowledge of Sales Tax compliance and Accounts Payable processes preferred
• Preference for someone with VAT experience
• VAT accountant provides basic VAT related advice and support to finance operations and sales teams for each European country; advise on VAT implications of new business activities such as new customer or supplier programs
• Experience in the machine learning or computer hardware industry

Salary Range Information

Based on market data and other factors, the salary range for this position is $200,000-$235,000. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.