Tax Intern

Job function
Finance & Legal
Job type
Full Time,
Job posted
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1 Oct 2024
Industry
Information Technology & Services

About FastSpring

Software and SaaS companies go farther faster when FastSpring handles all their payment needs, from checkout to taxes.

FastSpring is the trusted ecommerce platform, partnering with software and SaaS companies globally to enhance product sales and foster global competition. With over 10 million transactions annually for 3,500+ companies across 200 countries, our platform supports transactions in every major currency. Recognized for workplace excellence and backed by AKKR, we maintain profitability and a diverse, inclusive culture. Join us to grow and innovate in a globally-minded, customer-focused environment.

Founded in 2005, FastSpring is a privately owned company headquartered in Santa Barbara with offices in Amsterdam, Belfast and Halifax.

Position Overview:

FastSpring is seeking a Tax Intern who is motivated to learn, excited to collaborate, and passionate about delivering outstanding results to join our Tax team. In this position, you will work directly with our Tax Manager to support the organization’s tax compliance worldwide by assisting with indirect tax compliance activities, reconciling tax accounts, and other tax related projects. To be successful, we need someone who is a self-starter, organized with strong attention to detail, and can deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

This position can be based in the Santa Barbara office or operate fully remotely within the US.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with recurring indirect tax compliance activities to ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns. This includes monthly US sales tax filings and international VAT/GST filings on a monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly basis.
  • Assist with reconciling tax payable accounts and ensure accurate financial records.
  • Assist in gathering information requests from various departments, external auditors, and tax authorities.
  • Support the tax team in various ad-hoc projects and tasks.
  • Assist in drafting write-ups and memos on technical indirect or direct tax matters specific to FastSpring.
  • Engage in existing process improvement and tax automation.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred additional qualifications:

  • Licensed CPA, or on path to being licensed.
  • Indirect tax experience is a plus.
  • Tax and/or accounting software experience is a plus.
  • Strong tax research and data analytic skills.
Consistent with FastSpring’s values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. The base pay range below represents a good faith estimate of the low and high end base pay range for the listed position. This role may be eligible for the corporate bonus plan (or, if a sales role, a commission plan as defined in the sales incentive plan document). In addition, FastSpring provides a variety of benefits to employees.

Estimated Base Pay Range $25Β –Β $25Β USD

About the Company:

FastSpring is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer. Candidates are considered for employment with FastSpring without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, veteran status (specifically status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam Era veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or other protected veteran) or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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FastSpring is hiring a remote Tax Intern from πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USA

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This is a Full Time role.

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