Group tax director, US
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About the Position
We are seeking a Group Tax Director, US to join our team in Atlanta (GA), Miami (FL), New York (NY), or remotely from eligible countries. This is a permanent position.
At Bending Spoons, we aim to build a company that serves a vast number of customers, where team members grow to their full potential, and where we function at unparalleled levels of effectiveness and efficiency. We adhere to high ethical standards while creating value for shareholders at an extraordinary rate. Our company acquires and improves digital businesses to own and operate them for the long term, integrating AI deeply into our operations.
In this role, you will manage and optimize the company’s U.S. tax responsibilities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You will oversee all tax activities, support key business decisions, and maintain full regulatory adherence.
A valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential is required to represent the company before the IRS.
Responsibilities
- Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance and planning, including corporate income, franchise, sales and use, and other applicable taxes.
- Calculate tax liabilities, prepare and file U.S. tax returns, and manage tax matters related to equity plans, employees, and contractor arrangements.
- Ensure the proper U.S. tax treatment of employee benefits, compensation, and welfare programs.
- Conduct U.S. tax due diligence for acquisitions and support the tax-efficient structuring and integration of transactions.
- Monitor changes in U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws, identify tax-saving opportunities such as R&D credits, and liaise with the IRS, state tax authorities, and external advisors.
Requirements
- Tax Compliance: Expertise in ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local tax laws.
- Tax Planning: Ability to develop and implement strategic tax planning.
- CPA: Valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential.
- Tax Law: Deep understanding of U.S. tax laws and regulations.
What We Offer
- Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams: Work in small, result-oriented, autonomous teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field.
- An exceptional opportunity for impact: Play a key role in shaping the future of a company with sky-high ambitions.
- Lead the US expansion of one of Europe’s most successful tech companies: Help guide a company valued at several billion toward even greater success.
- Competitive pay and access to company equity at a discount: Annual salary ranges from $204,281 to $522,120, depending on experience and impact. Compensation varies by location and expected impact.
The Selection Process
Our screening process prioritizes verifiable signals of excellence, regardless of seniority. There are no preferential paths beyond what your application demonstrates, and we evaluate every candidate through the same process.
Before You Apply
If you’ve applied before but didn’t receive an offer, we recommend waiting at least one year before applying again. Bending Spoons is a demanding environment that requires significant commitment. We expect you to spend most days in our Milan office during your first few months with us, regardless of your long-term work location. After that, you’re welcome to work from one of our offices, or remotely from approved countries-depending on what we agree at the offer stage.
If the role speaks to you and you’re excited to give your best, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now-we can’t wait to meet you.
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Software Development,Artificial Intelligence,Digital Products
About the Company Bending Spoons acquires and improves iconic digital products with the goal of long-term ownership and operation. Since 2014, the company has focused on transforming products to speed up innovation, benefit customers, and strengthen business performance. The company operates with minimal hierarchy and small, talent-dense teams. Products, Services & Tech Stack Core Solutions Vimeo Evernote Remini WeTransfer Eventbrite Meetup Komoot AOL StreamYard Brightcove Technologies & Frameworks Minerva: User lifetime value predictions Juno: Multi-channel payment management Xina: High-accuracy marketing attribution Galf: Multi-asset secure access control Matrix: Propagation of validated UX patterns Pico: High-throughput data ingestion Project Scope & Target Clients Client Base Digital product owners seeking long-term operational improvements. Engineering Scale Projects involve significant transformations and improvements to existing products, often incorporating AI models and other advanced technologies.