Head of Direct Tax Compliance

Remote is solving global remote organizations’ biggest challenge: employing anyone anywhere compliantly. We make it possible for businesses big and small to employ a global team by handling global payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Check out remote.com/how-it-works to learn more or if you’re interested in adding to the mission, scroll down to apply now.

Please take a look at remote.com/handbook to learn more about our culture and what it is like to work here. Not only do we encourage folks from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, age and abilities to apply, but we prioritize a sense of belonging.

All of our positions are fully remote. You do not have to relocate to join us!

What this job can offer you

This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global employment space as an International Tax Manager - Head of direct tax compliance, joining our Finance team.

What you bring

• Tax professional with a lot of experience and proven performance, mainly in a tax compliance environment.
• Prior experience with international taxation and financial operations.
• Knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance, and all types of tax returns.
• Experience with a Fintech or startup company.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Professional experience working with large data sets.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment.
• Writes and speaks fluent English. French and Spanish considered a plus.
• Experience working remotely is considered a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the Direct Tax Compliance team:
  • Provide guidance and direction to the team, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring progress to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Review and approve the work performed by team members, providing guidance and feedback.
  • Conduct regular team meetings to discuss ongoing projects, address any issues or challenges, and updates or changes that may impact the team’s work.
• Tax Compliance:
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate and timely tax filings (including Remote's income tax returns, withholding taxes, and any other direct tax returns).
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors and consultants, as necessary, to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with local tax laws.
  • Develop and implement internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Conduct periodic reviews and audits to identify and mitigate any potential compliance risks.
  • Assess the impact of changes in international tax laws and regulations on the company.
• Tax Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement tax planning strategies with the tax team to optimize the company's global effective tax rate.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders: Work closely with various departments, including Legal, Finance, Treasury, and International Operations, to ensure cross-functional collaboration and alignment on tax-related matters.
• Fostering relationships with external partners and staying informed about industry trends:
  • Cultivate relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and industry peers to leverage their expertise and stay informed about global tax developments.
  • Attend conferences, seminars, and training programs to enhance knowledge and understanding of evolving tax regulations and strategies.
• Assess local tax exposures in different countries on an ongoing basis.
• Assist the team with any tax questions arising from clients.
• Work with the treasury department to determine the fund flow that will allow tax efficiency in current countries.
• Build documentation resources to address recurring and potential customer questions around tax.

Remote's Total Rewards philosophy is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $46,250 to $104,050. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, and our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay for the successful candidate in this role is dependent upon many factors such as location, transferable or job-related skills, work experience, relevant training, business needs, and market demands. The base salary range may be subject to change.

Application process

• Interview with recruiter
• Interview with future manager
• Interview with team members (no managers present)

Our full benefits & perks are explained in our handbook at remote.com/r/benefits . As a global company, each country works differently, but some benefits/perks are for all Remoters:

• Work from anywhere
• Unlimited personal time off (minimum 4 weeks)
• Quarterly company-wide day off for self-care
• Budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces

How you’ll plan your day (and life)

We work asynchronously at Remote which means you can plan your schedule around your life (and not around meetings). Read more at remote.com/async .

You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive. When in doubt you will default to action instead of waiting. Your life-work balance is important and you will be encouraged to put yourself and your family first, fitting work around your needs.

If that sounds like something you want, apply now!

How to apply

• Please fill out the form below and upload your CV in PDF format.
• We kindly ask you to submit your application and CV in English, as this is the standardized language we use here at Remote.
• If you don’t have an up-to-date CV but you are still interested in talking to us, please feel free to add a copy of your LinkedIn profile instead.

We will ask you to voluntarily tell us your pronouns at the interview stage, and you will have the option to answer our anonymous demographic questionnaire when you apply below. As an equal employment opportunity employer, it’s important to us that our workforce reflects people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and this data will help us to stay accountable. We thank you for providing this data, if you choose to.

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