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Full-Time

Senior Manager Indirect Tax

Posted on 8/30/2024

Toast

Toast

5,001-10,000 employees

Technology platform for restaurant operations

Consumer Software
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$135k - $216kAnnually

+ Overtime + Bonus + Commission + Equity + Benefits

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • A minimum of 8+ years of progressively technical indirect tax experience gained in public accounting and/or industry, with deep knowledge of US domestic indirect taxes (Sales and Use Tax, Property Tax) and broad expertise in MarketPlace Facilitators' laws and regulations.
  • SaaS industry experience, with a strong understanding of this space's unique challenges and opportunities.
  • Proven experience successfully leading finance projects and process improvements that increase efficiencies and enable business growth.
  • Experience working across time zones and with team members in various geographic locations, demonstrating your ability to navigate complex, global environments.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or a Master’s in Taxation or LLM
  • Experience with marketplace facilitator laws & Vertex
  • Proven experience managing complex indirect tax issues related to SaaS, FinTech and Marketplace facilitator laws, with material impact on the business
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and Alteryx
  • A self-starter with strong drive, and exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Leverage your in-depth knowledge of indirect tax regulations to develop and execute strategies that ensure compliance with the ever-evolving legal and regulatory landscape across all Toast’s products and services, including Marketplace Facilitator.
  • Own and manage US account reconciliations for indirect tax accounts, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting that reflects the integrity of our financial processes.
  • Lead and manage indirect tax audits and inquiries with precision, ensuring a seamless and efficient process that minimizes financial and reputational risks.
  • Proactively identify and capitalize on indirect tax opportunities, analyzing complex tax issues related to business expansion, systems, and controls, and providing clear, actionable recommendations to mitigate risk.
  • Play a pivotal role in our ERP transformation by driving the efficient operations of our global tax engine (VERTEX) that supports our ongoing expansion and addresses sales and use tax implications.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, collaborating across multiple levels of leadership to meet and exceed US state statutory and compliance requirements.
  • Design and deliver comprehensive global Sales and Use tax training materials, partnering with key stakeholders to drive the adoption of new processes, requirements, and policies.
  • Build and manage relationships with external advisors providing global indirect tax compliance services, ensuring accurate and timely filings that keep us ahead of the curve.
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to your team (3 reports), fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Lead cross-functional finance projects and drive process improvements that enhance efficiencies and enable the business to scale effectively across all Toast product offerings and services.

Toast provides a technology platform tailored for the restaurant industry, offering a variety of products and services that help restaurants improve their operations and customer experiences. The main product is an all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) system that includes features like mobile and online ordering, gift card management, detailed sales reporting, employee management, and customer relationship management (CRM). This integrated approach allows restaurants to minimize their dependence on third-party services, which can lead to cost savings. Unlike many competitors, Toast operates on a subscription model, charging restaurants a recurring fee while also generating revenue through transaction fees and hardware sales. The goal of Toast is to enhance the efficiency and profitability of restaurants, making it easier for them to succeed in a competitive market.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

32%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Toast's innovative solutions, like the Digital Storefront and Marketing Suites, help restaurants attract and retain customers through enhanced digital experiences.
  • The launch of the Restaurant Management Suite and Advanced Restaurant Analytics provides enterprise brands with valuable insights and tools to optimize operations and drive growth.
  • Partnerships with major brands like Caribou Coffee and Choice Hotels demonstrate Toast's ability to secure high-profile clients and expand its market presence.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in restaurant technology is intense, with rivals like SpotOn continuously enhancing their offerings.
  • Integrating new acquisitions and technologies, such as Delphi Display Systems, may pose operational challenges and require significant resources.

What makes Toast unique

  • Toast offers an all-in-one POS system specifically designed for the restaurant industry, integrating functionalities like mobile ordering, online ordering, and gift card management, unlike generic POS systems.
  • The company's diversified revenue stream, including subscription services, transaction fees, hardware sales, and restaurant loans, provides financial stability and multiple growth avenues.
  • Toast's recent acquisitions and partnerships, such as with Delphi Display Systems and Google, enhance its technological capabilities and market reach.

Benefits

Peer Nominated Toastie Awards

Professional Development Reimbursement Program

Sabbatical

Unlimited Vacation & Flexible Work Hours

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage + Wellness Stipend

Commitment to Employee Wellness

INACTIVE