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Tax & Compliance Research Specialist
Location: New York (Hybrid – 4 days/week in office)
Type: Full-time
Compensation: $85K–$125K Competitive Equity
Visa: No sponsorship available except H1B transfers / new H1B for STEM OPT with 2 years remaining
About the Role
We are seeking a Tax & Compliance Research Specialist to lead the setup and ongoing maintenance of our sales & use tax reporting and remission systems. You will be responsible for researching state-level tax requirements, implementing compliant processes, and supporting broader regulatory initiatives—including DMV compliance and operational policy research.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys deep research, and can build processes from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and interpret sales & use tax requirements for vehicle sales across all 50 U.S. states.
- Lead the setup, documentation, and execution of tax reporting and remission workflows.
- Support audits, reconciliations, and continuous process improvements.
- Maintain comprehensive records to support filings and future reviews.
- Contribute to additional regulatory and operational research projects (e.g., DMV rules, compliance reviews).
Required Skills & Experience
- 2–6 years experience in tax compliance, tax accounting, or similar roles.
- Strong knowledge of sales & use tax requirements across multiple states.
- Experience conducting tax research and interpreting state-level regulations.
- Familiarity with tax automation tools; Vertex experience is strongly preferred.
- Ability to work autonomously and take initiative on projects beyond core tax responsibilities.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to New York City.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with tax requirements related to vehicle or automotive sales.
- Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, and external partners.
- Experience operating in fast-paced startup environments.
Additional Details
- Hybrid Work: 4 days/week onsite in NYC
- Team Size: ~40 employees
- Founded: 2022
- Funding: $17.3M
- Industry: Automotive technology / checkout platform
Salary : $85,000 - $125,000