Senior Tax Accountant

Zip Co

. Strengthen and execute Zip’s U.S.

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $133,000 - $167,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge in U.S. federal and multistate corporate income tax compliance, provision preparation, and tax strategy execution. Proficient in leveraging advanced Excel skills and AI solutions to enhance tax workflows and ensure accurate financial reporting.

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U.S. Federal And Multistate Corporate Income Tax KnowledgeIncome Tax Accounting And Provision PreparationAdvanced Excel SkillsTax Compliance And Risk ManagementResearch And Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceIncome Tax Provision PreparationASC-740 UnderstandingTax Account ReconciliationBook-To-Tax AdjustmentsTax Software ImplementationFinancial Statement AuditsTax Controls MaintenanceNexus And Taxability KnowledgeValuation Allowances

Soft Skills

Proactive ApproachOrganizational SkillsJudgmentCommunication SkillsAbility To Explain Tax Matters

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteExcelAI SolutionsTax Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAJuris DoctorMaster's Degree In Taxation

Industry Keywords

Tax StrategyGovernanceComplianceRisk ManagementTax NoticesTax DevelopmentsCross-Functional RelationshipsEstimated PaymentsInternal Control RequirementsTax Workpapers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strengthen and execute Zip’s U.S. tax strategy, governance, compliance, and risk management across federal, state, and local obligations
Prepare and review quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provision workpapers, including current and deferred taxes, effective tax rate analyses, valuation allowances, uncertain tax positions, and disclosures
Coordinate federal, state, and local income tax compliance with external providers
Prepare and review supporting workpapers, book-to-tax adjustments, and state allocation and apportionment data
Manage the compliance calendar and coordinate estimated payments, extensions, and return payments with Accounts Payable and Treasury
Analyze NetSuite financial information and prepare tax account reconciliations and rollforwards
Coordinate responses to tax notices and examinations and maintain supporting documentation
Monitor U.S. tax developments, research technical issues, and recommend business solutions
Assess U.S. tax implications of new products, business initiatives, and transactions
Maintain workpapers, procedures, and tax controls; support financial statement audits and internal control requirements
Improve Excel workpapers and recurring workflows; evaluate automation, agentic solutions, and tax software implementation
Build cross-functional relationships with Finance, Accounting, Legal, external tax providers, and the group parent in Australia

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Juris Doctor, CPA, and/or a master’s degree in taxation preferred
Typically, 8+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, law firm, corporate tax function, or a combination of both
Strong U.S. federal and multistate corporate income tax knowledge, with hands-on experience in tax compliance
Strong grounding in income tax accounting and provision preparation, including advanced understanding of ASC-740
Ability to support applicable group reporting requirements
Working knowledge of U.S. indirect taxes, particularly sales and use tax, including nexus, taxability, and compliance processes
Advanced Excel skills and confidence analyzing large datasets, reconciling financial information, and building clear, well-supported workpapers
Strong research, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to explain tax matters to colleagues outside the tax function
Proactive, organized approach and judgment to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and raise issues early
Proven experience leveraging AI/agentic solutions to augment tax workstreams
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working culture
Incentive programs
Unlimited PTO
Generous paid parental leave
Leading family support policies
Company-sponsored 401k match
Learning and wellness subscription stipend
Beautiful Union Square office with a casual dress code
Industry-leading, employer-sponsored insurance for you and your dependents, with several 100% Zip-covered choices available
Bonus and/or commission awards may be included in the total compensation package