What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Tax position at Ibotta?
We are currently looking for a highly motivated individual to lead Ibotta’s Tax initiatives as Director of Tax to contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. The ideal candidate will bring strong tax expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to oversee all aspects of tax reporting, compliance, and planning. In this role, the Tax Manager will manage federal income tax provisions and returns, ensure reporting compliance, and advise senior leadership on the impact of tax laws. The position also offers the opportunity to implement process improvements and identify strategic tax planning opportunities that drive long-term growth.
This position is located in Denver, Colorado as a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Candidates must live in the United States.
What you will be doing:
Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop – all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine.
This position is located in Denver, Colorado as a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Candidates must live in the United States.
What you will be doing:
- Manage strategic tax projects for the entire company, supporting the development of best-in-class processes for tax reporting, compliance, and planning
- Manage the preparation and review of the federal income tax provision and filing of tax return
- Ensure proper ASC 740 tax accounting and SEC reporting disclosures
- Partner with leaders cross-functionally, advising on tax law and documentation preparation
- Implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiencies, and oversee the tax control environment.
- Research and analyze the impact of new tax legislation and impact to the business
- Identify tax planning opportunities and manage all tax compliance matters
- Manage review of quarterly and year-end provision by external auditors
- Ensure quality control standards are met
- Embrace and uphold Ibotta’s Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A Good Idea Can Come From Anywhere
- 8-10 years of experience in Accounting, including 3 years managing a Tax function
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- CPA or similar certification required
- Comprehensive understanding of US GAAP accounting for income taxes
- Experience partnering with senior leadership
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal
Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop – all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine.
- This position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match. Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals.
- Base compensation range: $165,000 - $186,000. Equity is included in the overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience. Total compensation for this role also includes a variable component in addition to base salary.
- Ibotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta’s employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- Applicants are accepted until the position is filled.
- For the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels.
Salary : $165,000 - $186,000
