Senior Manager, Tax (Independent Contractors)

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

12d•$110,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Support the operations and transformation of global Earnings & Tax for the Spark Driver Program/Independent contractors. As Senior Manager, you’ll help scale and optimize end-to-end processes for contractor earnings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to enterprise standards and drive improvements at the intersection of finance, technology, and the gig economy. About the Independent Contractor (Spark Driver) Earnings Team: Our team is responsible for the seamless calculation, disbursement, and reporting of independent contractor earnings worldwide. We operate with a focus on compliance, data integrity, and continuous improvement, directly impacting both company performance and the experience of our global contractor network. This role is pivotal in setting best practices and driving operational rigor across the organization.

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive experience in contractor earnings , tax operations, financial disbursements, or tax administration, with a minimum of 2 years in a management or team lead capacity supporting large-scale operations.
Strong knowledge of contractor tax compliance—including U.S. and global reporting—and experience with implementing or optimizing technology solutions that support operational scalability and regulatory adherence.
Demonstrated experience supporting cross-functional initiatives involving data governance, compliance, and technology, with the ability to help solve problems and implement sustainable improvements.
Operational excellence mindset, with hands-on experience using methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma to standardize workflows, drive measurable improvements, and reduce risk.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships and support a culture of integrity, ethics, and continuous improvement.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field and 3 years’ experience in accounting, finance, income tax compliance, or related area OR 5 years’ experience in accounting, finance, income tax compliance, or related area.
1 years' supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Leading a cross-functional team
License to practice law in at least one state J.D.
Masters: Accounting
Masters: Business
Masters: Economics
Masters: Finance
Masters: Law Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Certificate

Responsibilities

Oversee Independent Contractor (IC) tax functions — manage operations, systems, reporting, compliance, and controls to meet regulatory obligations across markets and meet worker experience.
Drive continuous improvement — apply Lean/Six Sigma principles, strengthen controls, and build a culture of operational excellence.
Establish strong data governance — ensure integrity, security, and auditability of contractor earnings data in partnership with tech and compliance teams.
Develop people and partnerships — build high-performing teams, resolve complex challenges, and maintain strong stakeholders and community engagement.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills - with the ability to build effective partnerships and support a culture of integrity, ethics, and operator mindset

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment.
It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates.
Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.