Tax Manager - Indirect Tax

Lyft

3mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Accounting & Tax
Banking & Finance
$68.9K - $86.1K
Nashville

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Tax or related field with 6+ years of accounting experience in a public accounting firm and/or corporate tax department of a multinational company operating globally
CPA, CMI, or JD preferred
Strong technical knowledge of laws governing Sales and Use Taxes, personal property tax, business licenses/gross receipts tax, and related reporting to tax authorities within the United States, Canada and beyond
Exceptional project management skills are required, with proactive process improvement experience. Able to prioritize workload in order to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Must be comfortable with virtual communications and working with geographically disparate groups
Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
Strong computer and technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Alteryx experience is a plus
Accounting system experience (Oracle, Netsuite or similar ERP)
Tax engine experience (Vertex, Onesource, Avalara or similar)
Strong computer and technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Alteryx, Python, or SQL programming experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage state & local tax audits by gathering transaction details, preparing workpapers, and developing arguments for submission to the tax authorities
Review and analyze data from various systems for compliance reporting and reverse indirect tax audits
Review and approve compliance reporting and payments
Review journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations specific to tax and fees within scope of work
Assist with the design, improvement, and implementation of process and/or solution capabilities that support indirect tax determination, reporting, and compliance
Assist with preparing tax cash forecast
Exemption certificate management
Managing the preparation and review of the quarterly and annual tax provision including financial statement tax disclosures. Ensuring SOX compliance
Perform tax research as necessary to complete assigned tasks/projects
Monitor changes in US state/local and Canadian indirect tax laws and ensure impact is properly considered and any necessary changes are implemented
Close partnership with cross-functional teams in support of key compliance and filing processes during monthly, quarterly, and year end cycles
Train and develop junior team members
Perform ad hoc projects related to indirect tax

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Tax Manager - Indirect Tax at Lyft?

The main responsibilities of a Tax Manager - Indirect Tax at Lyft include supporting indirect tax accounting, compliance, audits, and special projects. This role involves collaborating with key departments such as Engineering, Business Operations, Regulatory Compliance, Accounting, and Finance.

Lyft

Ride by ride, we’re reimagining the world’s best transportation.

Transportation

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

2012

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lyft was founded in 2012 by Logan Green and John Zimmer to improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation, and is available to approximately 95 percent of the United States population as well as select cities in Canada. Lyft is committed to effecting positive change for our cities by offsetting carbon emissions from all rides, and by promoting transportation equity through shared rides, bikeshare systems, electric scooters, and public transit partnerships.