Tax Lead

About the role

This role focuses on ensuring Incode's global tax compliance and accurate financial reporting. The Tax Lead will be responsible for the timely filing of tax returns across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, while also preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions in line with ASC 740. A key aspect of the work involves managing deferred tax calculations and preparing income tax disclosures for financial statements.

The position requires significant collaboration with internal Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams to integrate tax considerations into business operations and strategic initiatives. The Tax Lead will also manage relationships with tax authorities and external advisors, particularly for tax oversight in EMEA and LATAM regions. This includes providing guidance on local tax laws and regulations.

Success in this role means developing and implementing tax strategies that optimize the company's global tax position while maintaining full compliance. It also involves managing uncertain tax positions, supporting tax audits, and presenting tax-related analysis to senior management. The ideal candidate will ensure that all tax aspects are properly evaluated, reported, and risks are managed effectively.

The listed salary range for this position is $82,000 to $138,000 USD.

Skills that matter here

• Tax strategy: This role involves developing and implementing plans to optimize the company's global tax position.
• Global tax compliance: The position is responsible for ensuring adherence to tax regulations across multiple international jurisdictions.
• ASC 740: The Tax Lead will oversee the preparation of tax provisions and deferred tax calculations according to this standard.
• International tax: This role requires managing compliance and planning activities specifically for EMEA and LATAM regions.
• Financial reporting: The individual will prepare and review income tax-related notes within financial statements.
• Analytical skills: This skill is essential for evaluating tax positions, managing risks, and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders.

Who this role suits

• A candidate with a background in corporate tax or public accounting who understands U.S. corporate tax regulations and ASC 740.
• Someone experienced in managing international tax compliance, particularly across EMEA and LATAM regions.
• An individual who can effectively collaborate with various internal departments and external advisors.
• A professional capable of analyzing complex tax situations and presenting insights to senior management.

From the employer

What You’ll Own & Drive

• Global Tax Compliance & Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate filing of federal, state, and local tax returns, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations across jurisdictions.
• Tax Provision & Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including deferred tax calculations in collaboration with the accounting team.
• Financial Statement Disclosures: Prepare and review income tax-related notes within financial statements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams to ensure tax considerations are integrated into business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Executive Reporting: Prepare and present tax-related analysis, insights, and reporting to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Regulatory Relationships: Establish and maintain relationships with tax authorities, addressing inquiries and ensuring proactive compliance.
• EMEA Tax Oversight: Provide strategic oversight for tax compliance and planning across the EMEA region, working closely with external tax advisors to ensure alignment with local regulations and corporate policies.
• LATAM Tax Supervision: Oversee tax compliance and reporting activities in LATAM, providing guidance to ensure adherence to local tax laws and regulations.
• Tax Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company’s global tax position while maintaining compliance.
• Uncertain Tax Positions: Manage and document uncertain tax positions (UTPs), ensuring proper evaluation, reporting, and risk management.
• Audit Support: Support tax audits and liaise with external auditors, providing documentation and resolving tax-related inquiries.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification is a plus).
• Proven experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate tax regulations and ASC 740 tax provision requirements.
• Experience managing international tax compliance, particularly across EMEA and LATAM regions.
• Hands-on experience with deferred tax calculations, tax reporting, and financial statement disclosures.
• Experience working with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Why Incode?

• Mission with Meaning: Shape how billions of people prove identity—safely, simply, and ethically.
• Rocket-Ship Growth: Join at an inflection point where your strategies will compound in value for years.
• Elite Team & Backing: Work a truly global with top engineers, designers, and investors who share your ambition to dominate a category.
• Ownership & Autonomy: Operate like a founder with the resources of a unicorn.
• Global Impact: Every program you launch will reverberate across industries and continents.

Benefits & Perks:

• Flexible Working Hours & Workplace
• Open Vacation Policy
• Equal Opportunities: Incode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.