Senior Tax Manager

About the Senior Tax Manager at Headspace:

We are looking for a strategic, hands-on Senior Tax Manager to lead our global tax planning and operations. The position is responsible for the implementation of tax strategies, processes, and tools. The role will oversee the preparation of all domestic and international indirect tax filings, federal and state income tax returns, and the annual tax provision in accordance with ASC 740. The ideal candidate will be system savvy, meticulous, self-motivated, personable, and able to take initiative. The position reports directly to the VP, Accounting and will interact regularly with various departments at Headspace, including the executive team.

What you will do:

• Drive implementation of Avalara indirect tax engine to ensure accuracy and efficiency of indirect tax collection and remittance 
• Oversee all global tax compliance and reporting, including federal, state, local, and international tax filings, as well as the preparation of the income tax provision and related disclosures in accordance with ASC 740
• Manage any tax audits, notices and enquiries received from domestic and foreign tax authorities
• Design, develop, and implement global tax planning strategies to minimize tax expense and exposure across federal, state, and foreign direct and indirect taxes, including evaluating sales tax obligations by state and monitoring legislative changes that impact tax positions and accounting implications
• Actively manage relationships with third party tax advisors to optimize the relationships to efficiently balance in house vs outsourced tax support
• Prepare and present clear, decision-oriented tax updates to executive leadership, including key risks, opportunities, and strategic tradeoffs
• Establish deep business partner relationships across the organization to ensure company strategy and projects include a thorough review of tax consequences
• Lead all significant tax initiatives, including M&A due diligence, new product launches, geographic expansion, and related tax studies
• Ensure compliance with global transfer pricing requirements
• Ensure appropriate internal controls related to tax matters are in place and operating correctly, identify any gaps in internal controls and ensure remediation and formalization of tax policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain formal tax policies, practices and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP and tax regulations.
• Build, mentor, and develop internal tax talent over time, including assessing future hiring needs as the company scales
• Own tax risk assessment, uncertain tax positions, and related documentation, including coordination of technical analyses and reserve positions under ASC 740

What you will bring:

Required Skills:

• 7+ years of relevant tax experience, with a mix of public accounting and corporate environments
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to convey complex matters with simplicity and clarity to non-experts across the company
• Strong, generalized tax knowledge across domestic and foreign income tax, domestic and foreign indirect tax, transfer pricing, international withholding tax, local taxes and more
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Experience with Avalara software including system implementation
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and time management skills
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, high growth environment
• A collaborative team player, able to partner with internal and external contacts at all levels to drive efficiency and system improvement in tax and tax adjacent functions
• CPA license required

Preferred Skills:

• Industry experience in the technology or healthcare sectors
• Knowledgeable about tax advantages of various entity structures including medical professional corporations and international subsidiaries
• Masters of Taxation or equivalent

Location:

We are currently hiring this role remotely in the US and Hybrid for San Francisco (SF). Candidates must permanently reside in the US full-time.
For candidates with a primary residence in the greater SF area, this role will follow our hybrid model. You’ll work 3 days per week from our office, allowing for impactful in-office collaboration and connection, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work for the rest of the week. Your recruiter will share more details about our hybrid model. 

Pay & Benefits:

The anticipated new hire base salary range for this full-time position is $118,800-$168,000 + equity + benefits. 

Our salary ranges are based on the job, level, and location, and reflect the lowest to highest geographic markets where we are hiring for this role within the United States. Within this range, individual compensation is determined by a candidate’s location as well as a range of factors including but not limited to: unique relevant experience, job-related skills, and education or training. 
Your recruiter will provide more details on the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

At Headspace, base salary is but one component of our Total Rewards package. We’re proud of our robust package inclusive of: base salary, stock awards, comprehensive healthcare coverage, monthly wellness stipend, retirement savings match, lifetime Headspace membership, generous parental leave, and more. Additional details about our Total Rewards package will be provided during the recruitment process. 

About Headspace

Headspace exists to provide every person access to lifelong mental health support. We combine evidence-based content, clinical care, and innovative technology to help millions of members around the world get support that’s effective, personalized, and truly accessible whenever and wherever they need it.

At Headspace, our values aren’t just what we believe, they’re how we work, grow, and make an impact together. We live them daily: Make the Mission Matter, Iterate to Great, Own the Outcome, and Connect with Courage. These values shape our decisions, guide our collaborations, and define our culture. They’re our shared commitment to building a more connected, human-centered team—one that’s redefining how mental health care supports people today and for generations to come.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• A mission that matters—with impact you can see and feel
• A culture that’s collaborative, inclusive, and grounded in our values
• The chance to shape what mental health care looks like next
• Competitive pay and benefits that support your whole self

How we feel about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

Headspace is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace. 

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Headspace. Please inform our Talent team by filling out this form if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application or interview process.

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