Lead - Indirect Tax, AMER

About the role

We are seeking an Indirect Tax Lead to join our growing team of tax professionals at our headquarters in Portland, OR. This role is responsible for leading indirect tax operations in the US and Canada, ensuring all tax obligations are calculated accurately and filed on time. You will monitor changes in tax legislation to minimize risks and act as a cross-functional partner to ensure indirect tax never slows down business velocity. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure timeliness and accuracy in indirect tax filings, software integration, and audit responses.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to manage accurate reporting of all indirect tax returns for US and Canada subsidiaries, including US sales and use tax, Canada VAT/GST, US property tax returns, US gross receipts tax returns, and ESG reporting.
• Support the business in implementing tax planning strategies to maximize savings on a defensible basis, conduct tax research, and advise management on tax consequences of proposed transactions.
• Evaluate and respond to requests for information from government tax authorities, develop strategies to defend tax filing positions, and coordinate audit strategies.
• Stay abreast of legal developments and industry positions to accurately evaluate options and responses to information requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive tax experience (public accounting and/or industry).
• Strong hands-on experience with U.S. sales and use tax compliance and audit management.
• Experience managing or coordinating international VAT/GST compliance.
• Working knowledge of property tax and gross receipt tax regimes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Avalara and ERP systems.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA, MST, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience in a high-growth retail or manufacturing company.
• Experience operating in a SOX-controlled environment.
• Exposure to tax automation or systems optimization initiatives.

Benefits

On offers an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically—staying active, learning, exploring, and innovating. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.