Tax Director

The simple task of buying software, services, or tools at work has become hopelessly complicated at even the most innovative companies in the world. Today, enterprises spend $120T+ per year globally (>30 times larger than annual consumer e-commerce spend) and rely on vendors more than ever before to run their businesses.

Our cofounders started Zip in 2020 to address this seemingly intractable problem with a purpose-built procurement platform that provides a simple, consumer-grade user experience. Within the last 4 years, Zip has created a new category and developed the leading solution in this $50B+ TAM space. Today, the world’s leading companies like OpenAI, Snowflake, Anthropic, Coinbase, and Prudential rely on Zip to manage billions of dollars in spend.

We have a world-class team coming from category-defining companies like Airbnb, Meta, Stripe, Salesforce, Apple, and Google. With a $2.2 billion valuation and $370 million in funding from Y Combinator, Tiger Global, BOND, DST Global, and CRV, we’re focused on developing cutting-edge technology, expanding into new global markets, and—above all–driving incredible value for our customers. Join us!

Your Role

As the Tax Director at Zip, you will be the founding leader of our global tax function. Reporting directly to the CAO, you will own the end-to-end tax strategy, including international planning, transfer pricing, indirect tax (VAT/GST), and local compliance across all operating jurisdictions. You will be a key partner to our Product, Legal, Finance and Engineering teams to ensure our global growth is scalable and tax-efficient.

You Will

• Design and implement a scalable global tax structure that supports Zip’s international expansion and evolving business model.

• Lead the development and maintenance of global transfer pricing policies, including documentation, intercompany agreements, and benchmarking studies.

• Manage global indirect tax obligations (VAT, GST, and Sales Tax)

• Monitor and evaluate the impact of changes to tax laws and regulations and provide relevant updates and guidance to management

• Act as a strategic partner to assess the tax implications of business initiatives, such as new market entries.

• Oversee the preparation and review of tax returns (federal, state, and international), ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Manage the tax provision process and ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., ASC 740)

• Maintain and enhance internal controls over tax processes

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance tax efficiency and accuracy

• Lead all tax-related audits and inquiries from global tax authorities. Proactively identify and mitigate tax risks associated with a high-growth fintech environment.

• Manage and optimize relationships with third-party tax advisors and service providers worldwide.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Masters in Tax; public accounting experience preferred

• 12+ years of experience in tax planning, accounting & compliance

• Deep expertise in US GAAP (ASC 740), international tax regimes, and OECD transfer pricing guidelines.

• Superior organization and verbal/communication skills

• Exceptional ability to interact, communicate, and translate complex tax concepts into actionable business advice for leadership.

• Ability to multitask and maintain organization in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to independently drive complex projects under ambiguity and deliver results.

• Proficient in MS office, experience with Netsuite a plus.

The salary range for this role is $240,000 - $260,000. The salary for this position is determined based on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant experience, education, or particular skills and expertise

Perks & Benefits

At Zip, we’re committed to providing our employees with everything they need to do their best work.

• 📈 Start-up equity

• 🦷 Full health, vision & dental coverage

• 🍽️ Catered lunches & dinners for SF employees

• 🚍 Commuter benefit

• 🚠 Team building events & happy hours

• 🌴 Flexible PTO

• 💻 Apple equipment plus home office budget

• 💸 401k plan

We're looking to hire Zipsters and that means hiring people who take ownership, communicate openly, have an underdog mindset, and are excited to increase the pace of innovation for every business in the world. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!