Mid-Level Accountant - Global Tax (US State & International VAT)

Frontier is a subsidiary of Fresh Prints. We help companies grow full-time, cross-functional teams abroad. We hire the smartest people, and we place them into the best companies.

One of our clients, Backbone is a global gaming technology company redefining how the world plays, connects, and competes. They design and build cutting-edge gaming hardware, consumer electronics, and digital subscription products that power immersive experiences across continents.

With a rapidly growing omnichannel D2C presence and operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Backbone delivers both physical and digital experiences seamlessly with precision, innovation, and global impact at the core of everything they do.

Role Overview:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Mid-Level Accountant specializing in Global Tax to join our finance team. This role will be responsible for managing our U.S. state and international indirect tax obligations—including sales tax, use tax, and VAT/GST compliance—as well as supporting corporate tax filings and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in multi-jurisdictional tax compliance within a fast-paced, product-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Compliance & Filings
• Prepare and file U.S. state and local sales and use tax returns, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
• Manage international VAT and GST compliance, including filings across the EU, UK, and other relevant jurisdictions
• Support federal and state income tax preparation, working with external tax advisors as needed
• Maintain and reconcile tax general ledger accounts, ensuring all tax transactions are properly recorded
• Research & Documentation
• Monitor global tax regulation changes and assess implications for the company’s operations
• Document tax positions, processes, and filing requirements to support audits and compliance reviews
• Assist in developing and maintaining global tax matrices and jurisdictional compliance calendars
• Process Improvement & Systems
• Partner with operations, finance, and ERP teams to implement automated tax reporting and validation tools
• Support integration and maintenance of tax automation platforms (e.g., Avalara, TaxJar, Vertex)
• Identify process efficiencies and assist in implementing scalable tax compliance practices for new markets
• Audit & Advisory Support
• Assist with U.S. state and foreign tax audits, including providing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Support transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and customs valuation considerations for global trade

What We're Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred
• Experience: 3–6 years of accounting or tax experience, preferably in consumer products, e-commerce, or manufacturing
• Skills:
  • Solid understanding of U.S. sales and use tax, international VAT/GST, and basic corporate tax principles
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and tax automation software
  • 3 years experience in D2C business operations and revenue recognition, including goods and subscription revenue
  • Strong Excel and data reconciliation skills
  • Self-driven extreme attention to detail
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
  • Comfortable working across time zones with global finance partners
• Prior experience with hardware, subscription or gaming industry accounting
• Exposure to import/export tax regulations and supply chain logistics

Additional Details:

• Location: India (Remote)

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Be part of a fast-growing global gaming brand with world-class products and a passionate customer base
• Work alongside cross-border teams driving innovation in gaming technology