Full-Time

Group Manager

Tax

Posted on 8/28/2024

LegalZoom

LegalZoom

1,001-5,000 employees

Online platform for legal services and documents

Legal

Compensation Overview

$138.4k - $179.4kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Incentive Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Senior

Remote in USA

This position is 100% remote and is not required to come into the office.

Category
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field (Must have taken specific courses related to taxation.)
  • 7 to 10 years’ experience in corporate taxation, preferably in Public Accounting
  • Strong tax accounting background with knowledge in ASC 740 and SOX as well
  • Excellent business writing and communication skills.
  • Advanced excel skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment working under the pressure of competing and sometimes conflicting deadlines
  • CPA designation is required
Responsibilities
  • Lead and support the preparation and documentation of the Company’s quarterly and year-end worldwide tax provision
  • Lead and support the management and reconciliation of worldwide income tax related accounts and maintenance of SOX controls.
  • Research various issues to ensure compliance with changing regulations and rules.
  • Assist with special projects and modeling as related to corporate initiatives, legislative proposals, and acquisitions/divestitures as needed.
  • Provide support and preparation of schedules with outside tax advisors for the information necessary to complete preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns and estimated tax payments as well as the apportionment schedules for the tax provision.
  • Lead, support and assist with responses to Federal and State notices and audit requests as needed.
  • Lead and support completion of annual tax compliance for Federal, State and foreign jurisdiction tax returns
  • Support and assist with managing audits of Federal and state income tax
  • Support and assist with other ad-hoc projects, including stock-based compensation, NOL utilization, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, acquisition related due diligence and purchase accounting tax-related issues.
  • Assist with management of outside tax consultants and advisors as well as direct interaction with advisors
  • Provide support, training and supervision to other tax staff

LegalZoom provides online legal services to individuals, families, and small businesses across the United States. Its platform allows clients to create legal documents, form businesses, and receive legal advice without needing to visit a lawyer's office. Services include business formation, estate planning, and intellectual property protection. LegalZoom operates on a flat-rate fee model, offering predictable pricing that appeals to its clients. The company also partners with independent attorneys for consultations, enhancing the services provided. LegalZoom's goal is to make legal processes more accessible and affordable, having already assisted over 2 million businesses and created 3.5 million estate planning documents.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$108M

Headquarters

Glendale, California

Founded

2001

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for online legal services boosts LegalZoom's market potential.
  • Shift towards subscription revenue provides LegalZoom with a predictable income stream.
  • Increased need for IP protection drives demand for LegalZoom's services.

What critics are saying

  • CEO departure and stock price drop indicate potential leadership instability.
  • Lowered revenue expectations suggest financial challenges for LegalZoom.
  • Ongoing shareholder investigations could lead to costly legal battles.

What makes LegalZoom unique

  • LegalZoom offers flat-rate fees, eliminating uncertainty in legal costs.
  • The company provides online legal services accessible across all 50 states.
  • LegalZoom partners with independent attorneys for consultations, enhancing service value.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Fertility Treatment Support

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

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