Indirect Tax Lead (EdTech)

TL;DR

Indirect Tax Lead (Finance): Managing domestic and international indirect tax compliance for a global EdTech platform with an accent on US sales tax and international VAT/GST. Focus on executing taxability analysis, monitoring nexus, and optimizing tax systems to support high-growth business expansion.

Location: Must be based in San Mateo, CA (Onsite)

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000

Company

hirify.global is the largest EdTech company in the US, providing personalized learning products including IXL, Rosetta Stone, Wyzant, and Teachers Pay Teachers.

What you will do

• Manage indirect tax compliance processes, including US sales tax, international VAT/GST, excise, and property tax filings.
• Lead taxability analysis, nexus monitoring, and indirect tax exposure assessments.
• Maintain and enhance indirect tax systems and configurations (e.g., Vertex, NetSuite) for operational efficiency.
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Engineering, and Product teams to support new product launches and system implementations.
• Coordinate responses to indirect tax audits, notices, and inquiries, including research and audit defense.
• Manage GL accounts and maintain relationships with external tax advisors and service providers.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree.
• 4+ years of relevant compliance experience in a public accounting firm or a multinational corporation's tax function.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, Local, and International tax regulations.
• Hands-on experience with US sales tax compliance and filings.
• Proficiency with large datasets and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with tax engines and ERP systems such as Vertex, NetSuite, or Salesforce.

Nice to have

• CPA certification.
• Foreign indirect tax experience.
• Experience with IT system implementation projects for transactional taxes.
• Experience with SaaS, digital products, or e-commerce business models.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative environment focused on open exchange of ideas and kindness.
• Opportunity to work on products impacting millions of learners and educators globally.