
Senior Indirect Tax Manager
Proofpoint
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Draper • California • Utah • United States
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Salary
💰 $166,500 - $244,200 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Own the end-to-end U.S. sales and use tax function, including nexus analysis, taxability determinations, registrations, filings, and payments
- Manage sales tax compliance across states and local jurisdictions, including exemption certificates and resale documentation
- Support audits by state and local tax authorities and manage responses, settlements, and documentation
- Advise the business on sales tax implications of new products, pricing models, go-to-market strategies, and system changes
- Monitor and interpret changes in U.S. indirect tax laws and assess impact on the business
- Oversee foreign VAT/GST compliance in multiple jurisdictions (including EMEA and other regions, as applicable)
- Coordinate with external advisors on VAT registrations, returns, audits, and advisory matters
- Review VAT positions related to cross-border transactions, intercompany arrangements, and digital services
- Support VAT considerations in acquisitions, integrations, and business expansions
- Partner with Accounting and IT on indirect tax processes within ERP and billing systems
- Drive process improvements, automation, and scalability of indirect tax compliance
- Support internal controls, SOX requirements, and documentation related to indirect taxes
- Collaborate with Accounting on monthly/quarterly close matters related to indirect taxes
- Support Legal and Procurement on contract review and indirect tax considerations
- Provide clear, practical guidance to non-tax stakeholders across the organization
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field
- 5–10+ years of relevant indirect tax experience (level dependent)
- Strong hands-on experience with U.S. sales and use tax
- Working knowledge of VAT/GST compliance in multiple foreign jurisdictions
- Experience managing indirect tax audits and interacting with tax authorities
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, growing environment
- CPA, JD, or MST preferred
- Experience in technology, SaaS, or digital services businesses
- Experience working with third-party compliance providers and tax engines
- Prior exposure to M&A, integrations, or international expansion
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career success on your terms
- Flexible work environment
- Annual wellness and community outreach days
- Always on recognition for your contributions
- Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
U.S. sales and use taxnexus analysistaxability determinationsVAT complianceindirect tax auditstax documentationprocess improvementsautomationindirect tax compliancefinancial analysis
Soft Skills
independent operationcollaborationclear communicationpractical guidanceproblem-solvingadaptabilityorganizational skillsattention to detailstrategic thinkingstakeholder management
Certifications
CPAJDMST