Group Tax Manager

Nearmap • Carlsbad, CA

13h • Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the VP, Finance and Strategy, the Group Tax Manager will lead all US direct and indirect tax compliance, planning, and advisory activities across Nearmap's global operations in the United States while providing coordination support for operations in Australia, and Poland. This is a hands on technical role with primary responsibility for managing US federal and state tax compliance (income tax, sales and use tax, and employment tax across 40+ state nexus jurisdictions) as well as supporting tax operations in Australia and Poland through collaboration with group reporting and financial operation teams. The Group Tax Manager will also manage transfer pricing policy, monthly intercompany calculations and settlements, and serve as the key tax technical resource for the finance leadership team. This role requires deep expertise in multinational tax structures, strong cross functional collaboration skills, and the ability to balance strategic tax planning with day to day compliance execution.

Requirements

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive tax experience with significant focus on US federal and multi state taxation
• Big 4 public accounting experience working with multinational clients, or equivalent experience in corporate tax role at a multinational company
• Experience with income tax accounting and tax provision preparation for IFRS financial statements
• Proven ability to manage high volume, multi jurisdictional tax compliance independently with minimal supervision
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field
• Deep technical expertise in US federal income tax, state income tax (apportionment, nexus), sales and use tax, and employment tax
• Strong knowledge of international tax principles including transfer pricing, cross border transactions
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly to non tax stakeholders
• Self starter with strong ownership mentality and ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships across geographies and functions
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Problem solver who balances technical accuracy with practical business solutions

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a technology or software company environment is highly desirable
• Ideally, knowledge of Australian corporate tax system, R&D tax incentive regime, European tax systems, particularly Polish tax regulations
• Prior experience managing tax aspects of M&A transactions or business combinations is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• US Tax Compliance & Management
• Manage all US federal income tax compliance including quarterly estimated tax payments, annual tax provisions, and federal tax return preparation and filings
• Oversee all state income tax compliance across 40+ nexus states including apportionment calculations, state tax returns, estimated payments, and nexus monitoring
• Lead US sales and use tax compliance including registration, monthly/quarterly return preparation, remittance, exemption certificate management, and nexus analysis for new states
• Manage and oversee US employment tax compliance including federal and state payroll tax withholding, quarterly returns (Form 941), annual filings (W-2s, Form 940), and coordination with payroll providers
• Monitor changes in US federal and state tax legislation and assess impact on Nearmap's tax position and compliance obligations
• Serve as primary liaison with US tax authorities for inquiries, audits, and information requests
• Global Tax Oversight & Coordination
• Partner with external advisors to manage Australian corporate income tax compliance including quarterly installments, annual tax return preparation and R&D tax incentive claims
• Coordinate Polish corporate income tax and VAT compliance through collaboration with Poland Director of Finance and local tax advisors
• Ensure timely and accurate tax provision calculations (current and deferred tax) for consolidated group reporting under IFRS or GAAP US as required
• Manage tax positions and technical accounting treatment of complex tax matters for financial reporting purposes
• Partner with Group Accounting team on tax forecast, effective tax rate analysis, tax footnote disclosures, and audit support
• Transfer Pricing
• Maintain and update Nearmap's global transfer pricing policy and intercompany agreements in accordance with OECD guidelines and local country requirements
• Calculate monthly intercompany service charges, royalties, and cost sharing allocations across Australia, US, and Poland entities
• Coordinate monthly transfer pricing settlements with financial operations team to ensure timely intercompany payments and proper cash management
• Manager annual transfer pricing documentation and country by country reporting to support compliance requirements
• Monitor transfer pricing regulations and assess impact of changes on Nearmap's intercompany structure
• Tax Planning & Advisory
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize Nearmap's effective tax rate and cash tax position
• Provide tax technical guidance on business transactions such as debt modifications, equity compensation.
• Advise on tax and transfer pricing implications of new business activities, product offerings, and geographic expansion
• Support tax aspects of business cases and strategic initiatives
• Stakeholder Partnership & Business Enablement
• Partner with Financial Operations team on tax payment processing, quarterly tax estimates, and year end tax reporting
• Collaborate with Group Accounting team on tax accounting, audit support, and technical accounting matters
• Work with Treasury on cash flow forecasting for tax payments and intercompany settlement timing
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to leverage expertise while maintaining hands on ownership of tax function
• Provide tax training and guidance to finance team members across regions
• Process Improvement & Systems
• Develop and maintain tax compliance calendars, process documentation, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to streamline tax processes and improve efficiency through technology and automation
• Lead implementation and optimization of tax applications or tools
• Maintain organized tax workpapers, supporting documentation, and audit files
• Compliance with Nearmap values, policies and standards
• Complies with all local legislative requirements, including local statutory requirements
• Adheres to company guidelines and the corporate Code of Conduct
• Keeps up to date with relevant legislative requirements
• Acts in an ethical way when dealing with company assets and other people

Benefits

• In addition to your annual leave, Nearmap offers:
• 4 extra "YOU" days off each year—take a break, no questions asked!
• Company-sponsored volunteering days to give back.
• Generous parental leave policies for growing families.
• Work from Overseas Policy - explore the world in the approved list of cities while you work!
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for continuous growth.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance plans.
• Monthly wellbeing and technology allowance.
• A Nearmap subscription (naturally!).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager