Senior Tax Associate

About Flexport:

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

The opportunity:

Flexport is seeking a highly motivated tax professional to support U.S. tax compliance and contribute to global tax initiatives. In this position, you will assist with domestic direct and indirect tax compliance, reporting, and planning in a high-growth, fast-paced, pre-IPO environment. This is a great opportunity to expand your tax expertise while making a meaningful impact on the company’s success.

You will:

•Assist in or manage (depending on level) the preparation and filing of U.S. federal and state income tax returns in collaboration with external service providers using OneSource.

•Support or oversee the calculation and processing of estimated tax payments.

•Help prepare or review the company’s worldwide ASC 740 tax provision and related financial statement disclosures.

•Work closely with internal Finance teams during monthly and quarterly closes.

•Prepare and file various non-income tax returns (e.g., annual gross receipts, commercial activity, and taxes).

•Conduct tax research and provide insights or recommendations on tax issues as needed.

•Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory tax developments, sharing updates with the Tax team.

•Prepare and review monthly/quarterly transfer pricing entries to ensure compliance with inter-company agreements.

•Perform tax-related account reconciliations.

•Support SOX compliance efforts and assist in documentation for internal audits.

•Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes through automation and efficiency.

You should have:

•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA and/or Master’s in Taxation preferred.

•5+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry.

•Functional knowledge of all aspects of the tax lifecycle, including compliance/reporting, transfer pricing, and controversy.

•Strong ability to conduct technical tax research, interpret findings, and develop practical solutions.

•Experience working cross-functionally with key stakeholders.

•Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and high-growth environment where adaptability is critical.

•Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and tax analytics, with extreme attention to detail.

•Experience with NetSuite and OneSource is a plus.

•Ability to simplify complex tax laws and communicate key

•A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.

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Worried about not having any logistics experience?

Don’t be! Our mission is to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.

We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success.

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The US base salary range for this position (exclusive of bonus, equity and benefits):

$83,600 — $104,500 USD

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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