Tax Analyst
SpaceX
El Segundo, CAPosted about 2 months agoDiscoveredMatch locked
On-site2+ years expAccounting and Finance
About the role
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
TAX ANALYST
The Tax Analyst will work closely with the Director, Tax in directing all aspects of the company's domestic and international tax operations including tax planning, compliance/coordination related to federal tax, multi-state income taxes, sales and use tax, property tax, business license, and permits, managing federal and state tax audits, and various other informational reports fillings. You will also be responsible for the preparation of the annual tax provision and related memoranda for purposes of tax accounting in accordance with ASC 740.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for providing necessary tax-related information to external tax advisors for federal and multi-state tax returns and preparation of quarterly estimates
- Work with external tax advisors in review and filing of federal and multi-state tax returns
- Responsible for preparation of the annual tax provision and overseeing the maintenance of major tax accounts in accordance with ASC 740, FIN 48, etc.
- Assist in managing all tax-related audits and relationships with external audit and external tax advisors
- Prepare and coordinate responses to notices and processing of refund checks from taxing authorities
- Responsible for multi-state income taxes, sales and use tax, property tax, business license and permits and various other informational reports fillings
- Serve as a main contact for the company's outside auditors and tax service providers on all tax matters, including compliance, key strategic projects and tax planning initiatives
- Communicate with other business groups to explain tax impacts of business strategies
- Identify and assist in implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance process efficiencies - e.g., tax fixed assets depreciation system
- Assist in developing and implementing tax strategies and initiatives
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, tax, or business
- 2+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting with tax accounting in accordance with ASC 740
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Prior Big 4 experience
- CPA
- Expertise in income tax provisions and corporate income taxation, including federal tax and state & local tax; exposure to sales and use tax and other tax related filings
- Ability to interpret and apply technical tax and financial reporting requirements
- Ability to recommend and substantiate tax positions
- Experience dealing with taxing authorities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively as well as independently
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position is based in Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles area), and requires being onsite full-time - hybrid and remote work will not be considered
- Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range:
Level 1: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00
Level 2: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
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