Senior Indirect Tax Associate

Plaid

Senior Indirect Tax Associate at Plaid focusing on U.S. and worldwide tax compliance and support.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,800 - $162,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in U.S. indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax principles, with a strong focus on ASC 450 and tax technology. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate complex tax matters effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

U.S. Indirect Tax ComplianceSales And Use Tax ExpertiseASC 450 KnowledgeTax Technology SupportProject Management Skills

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Indirect Tax ComplianceSales And Use TaxAccount ReconciliationTax Audits SupportTax Research And AnalysisTax Automation ProcessesTax Reporting RequirementsTechnical Tax PositionsExemption Certificate ReviewsTax Determination

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication SkillsSelf-Starter Attitude

Tools & Technologies

AvalaraFonoaAnrok

Industry Keywords

Big 4 ExperienceTechnology Business EnvironmentTax ComplianceLegislative Tax UpdatesInternal Controls Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage U.S. and EU indirect tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns and payments
Prepare monthly account reconciliations for sales & use tax and other non-income tax accounts to ensure accuracy
Assist on indirect tax audits and reviews through data collection and research support.
Provide indirect tax support, including customer invoice and contract inquiries, exemption certificate reviews, and tax determination in accordance with applicable tax regulations.
Maintain Plaid’s ASC 450 positions and reserves, including the documentation and calculations
Monitor tax changes and legislative tax updates. Perform research and analysis, and apply tax laws to support technical positions related to the Company’s business transactions and clearly communicate and document findings
Support the tax technology roadmap, including assistance with testing, ensuring our tax engine is configured properly, and developing reporting requirements
Partner with cross functional teams throughout the company to understand the tax impact of business operations and ensure tax needs are identified, considered and communicated.
Collaborate on the development of internal controls and tax automation processes to streamline tax return preparation and ensure efficient operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in U.S. indirect tax with a strong technical background and detailed understanding of the application of sales tax principles to technology businesses.
Big 4 experience.
Proven U.S. indirect tax technical expertise, including sales and use tax in a technology company environment.
Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
Self-starter with high ownership, intellectual curiosity, and a track record of driving results independently.
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters to diverse stakeholders.
Strong working knowledge of ASC 450 and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail.
Experience with sales and use tax software (e.g., Avalara, Fonoa, Anrok).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)