Senior Tax Accountant

Trupanion is a leading provider of medical insurance for cats and dogs in North America. Our mission is to help loving, responsible pet owners budget and care for their pets. At Trupanion, we offer a collaborative, casual, and pet‑friendly environment where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

About the role

Trupanion is seeking a dynamic, upbeat, and highly curious Senior Tax Accountant to lead the preparation of U.S. and Canadian tax returns and the worldwide income tax provision for US GAAP. You will join a small tax team, quickly learn a broad range of taxes, and drive improvements to tools, processes, and procedures that enable rapid scaling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or review U.S. federal, state, and Canadian income tax returns and quarterly payments/extensions; perform tax technical research and document tax positions.
• Assist with preparation of U.S. international filings, including Forms 5471, 8858, and 8975.
• Execute tax‑related monthly close tasks: accrue various taxes, calculate and book transfer‑pricing journal entries, and prepare or review account reconciliations.
• File sales tax, excise tax, premiums tax, and other required returns.
• Interact with tax officials to resolve notices, registrations, annual reports, and requests for information; support various tax audits.
• Recommend, implement, and document process improvements to promote efficiency and compliance.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of tax laws and current developments.
• Assist with the development and support of other team members.

Requirements

• 4+ years of tax experience in a large public accounting firm or a large multi‑state company.
• U.S. federal, state, or international income tax compliance experience (required).
• ASC 740 and U.S. GAAP knowledge and experience (a plus).
• BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or Master’s in Taxation preferred.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Excel (a plus).
• Experience with OneSource Income Tax (strongly preferred).
• Well‑developed oral and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical ability.
• Creative problem‑solving and passion for process improvement.

Pay

The salary range for this full‑time position is $90,000 – $100,000. Employees may be eligible for monthly bonuses and receive Restricted Stock Units that vest over four years.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits at no cost to the employee.
• Four weeks of paid time off plus nine paid float holidays (flexible selection).
• Five‑week sabbatical after five years of employment.
• Free medical health insurance for one pet (dog or cat).
• Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations.
• Open, casual, pet‑friendly office environment.
• Seattle office amenities: free on‑site gym, free dog‑walking services during business hours, free parking, and paid ORCA cards.

Schedule

This role is open to candidates in the greater Seattle area and follows a hybrid remote/in‑office schedule, requiring three days per week in our casual, pet‑friendly office.