<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A SaaS company is seeking a <strong>part-time Tax Specialist</strong> with strong U.S. and international tax experience. This fractional role is ideal for a senior tax professional who already supports multiple clients and can provide deep expertise without the need for full-time hours. The workload fluctuates seasonally, with higher demands during audit periods and tax filing cycles, and lighter ongoing support throughout the rest of the year.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>U.S. Federal, State & Franchise Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns (1120, 1120-S, 1120-F) for consolidated and stand-alone entities.</li><li>Manage franchise tax filings, extensions, deadlines, and estimated tax payments.</li><li>Identify and document eligible tax positions, incentives, credits, and deductions.</li><li>Oversee withholding tax compliance (1042, 1042-S, 1099 series).</li><li>Support IRS and state audit inquiries, notices, and examinations.</li><li>Maintain the tax provision process under <strong>ASC 740</strong>, including current and deferred tax calculations for GAAP audits.</li></ul><p><strong>International Tax & Cross-Border Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Advise on cross-border tax considerations, transfer pricing documentation, and permanent establishment risks.</li><li>Prepare or review international tax information filings (e.g., 5471, 8865, 972).</li><li>Research tax requirements in new jurisdictions as the company expands.</li><li>Monitor global tax developments affecting SaaS and digital services.</li></ul><p><strong>VAT / Indirect Tax</strong></p><ul><li>Determine when a U.S.-based SaaS company must register for VAT/GST in foreign jurisdictions.</li><li>Support VAT registration, filing, invoicing requirements, and coordination with local advisors.</li><li>Maintain indirect tax calendars and ensure timely compliance.</li></ul><p><strong>Deferred Tax Accounting (GAAP)</strong></p><ul><li>Calculate deferred tax assets and liabilities under ASC 740.</li><li>Prepare roll-forwards, reconciliations, and provision support for audits.</li><li>Assist external auditors with documentation and explanations of tax positions.</li></ul><p><strong>Tools, Processes & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain tax policies, workflows, and internal controls for compliance.</li><li>Utilize tax systems (Corptax, OneSource, Vertex, etc.) and ERP integrations as needed.</li><li>Prepare tax summaries for leadership, outlining risks, opportunities, and upcoming deadlines.</li><li>Coordinate with external tax advisors and manage deliverables.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li><li><strong>CPA strongly preferred.</strong></li><li>Advanced degree in Tax or Accounting is a plus.</li><li>7+ years of U.S. federal/state tax experience, including SaaS or technology-sector exposure.</li><li>Strong technical experience with ASC 740, international tax concepts, and indirect tax compliance.</li><li>Able to work autonomously and efficiently in a fractional, variable-hours environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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