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 $8.6T 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. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and 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.Build and manage Global Tax at Flexport.The opportunity:Our Finance and Accounting Team collaborates as a strategic partner to clients, partners and all internal departments. The company transacts around the world with on-the-ground operations teams in the US, EU and APAC. As our revenue and business complexity grows, we need a highly-experienced Tax leader to build out and maintain all things tax at Flexport.You will:
Own and direct all aspects of taxation with the company, including: strategy, planning, financial reporting, and compliance
Prepare or review all assigned U.S. and foreign corporate income tax, indirect tax, and information returns
Oversee the tax returns for the Company’s international subsidiaries
Be responsible for accounting for income taxes (ASC 740) in the US and International subsidiaries
Coordinate accounting for income taxes for international subsidiaries with third party vendors
Head the development of effective and operationally sound tax strategies to reduce the overall tax burden of the consolidated group of companies
Develop and maintain inter-company arrangements between subsidiaries
Be responsible for transfer pricing and management fee arrangements
Partner with the payroll function for all employee-related tax issues, including payroll taxes, T&E, and stock-based comp
Partner with the global mobility team to advise on employee relocations
Manage and direct outside tax consultants
Coordinate with external auditors
You should have:
Minimum of 10+ years of experience working in a Big 4 public accounting firm, law firm, and/or multi-national public company corporate tax department
Freight forwarding industry experience preferred, but not required
The ability to think strategically while also engaging in day-to-day tactical details
Experience and successful performance of international tax planning, compliance, and return preparation for both US and International locations
Skill in developing and execution of tax planning and risk reduction strategies
Strong project management skills
The ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Excellent attention to detail and strong problem solving skills
Strong understanding of U.S. federal direct income tax issues
An understanding of indirect and international tax
CPA a plus
Masters in Tax or Juris Doctor / LLM a plus
Passionate about tax, finance, logistics and international trade!
A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.
#LI-hybridWorried 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 (https://www.flexport.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) 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.At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. 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.