Tax Compliance Specialist

About Rippling

Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance. It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses, benefits, and computers. For the first time ever, you can manage and automate every part of the employee lifecycle in a single system.

Take onboarding, for example. With Rippling, you can hire a new employee anywhere in the world and set up their payroll, corporate card, computer, benefits, and even third-party apps like Slack and Microsoft 365—all within 90 seconds.

Based in San Francisco, CA, Rippling has raised $1.4B+ from the world’s top investors—including Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund, Sequoia, Greenoaks, and Bedrock—and was named one of America's best startup employers by Forbes.

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About the role

We are seeking a Tax Compliance Specialist to manage the tax compliance obligations across multiple jurisdictions in EMEA and LATAM. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate income taxes and indirect taxes (GST/VAT), particularly in LATAM. This role will involve close collaboration with colleagues within the Tax and various other corporate functions in addition to the management of external advisors in various jurisdictions to ensure full compliance with local and international tax regulations. 

The successful candidate will also play a pivotal role in maintaining the various processes and controls required to ensure Rippling continues to meet its compliance obligations as we continue to grow internationally.

What you will do

• Manage the direct and indirect tax compliance requirements across LATAM jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings and payments including the preparation of corporate tax returns for income tax and GST/VAT.
• Manage the direct tax compliance requirements in various EMEA jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings and payments including the preparation of corporate tax returns.
• Monitor and implement changes in tax laws, reporting requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Maintain tax records, statutory filings, and supporting documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants, auditors, and advisors to ensure smooth tax compliance processes.
• Assist with liaising with regulatory authorities (tax offices, government agencies) for tax filings, disputes, and queries as required.
• Maintain best in class compliance process for the EMEA and LATAM entities.
• Assist with the annual and interim US GAAP income tax provision as required.
• Identify tax efficiencies and planning opportunities across our tax compliance processes where applicable.

What you will need

• CPA, CA, Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance.
• Tax compliance experience in LATAM.
• Advanced English proficiency (CEFR C1 or higher, or equivalent demonstrated proficiency), with the ability to communicate complex information clearly in writing and conversation, lead professional discussions, and produce clear, well-structured written materials in English.
• Ability to collaborate, ensure accountability, and drive results in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment with a high level of integrity.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a public accounting firm and tax department of a multinational public company. 
• Experience in direct and indirect tax compliance.

Additional Information

Rippling is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected characteristics, Rippling is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities who need assistance during the hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected]

Rippling highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. For office-based employees (employees who live within a defined radius of a Rippling office), Rippling considers working in the office, at least three days a week under current policy, to be an essential function of the employee's role.

This role will receive a competitive salary + benefits + equity. A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation–including a candidate’s professional background, experience, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed below.

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