Senior Tax Manager

Recruiters: Marlana Milligan (marly.milligan@appfolio.com) Finance & Accounting Remote - San Francisco, CA Remote - Denver, CO San Diego, California Santa Barbara, California

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Description

Hi, We’re AppFolio

 

We’re innovators, changemakers, and collaborators. We’re more than just a software company – we’re pioneers in cloud and AI who deliver magical experiences that make our customers’ lives easier. We’re revolutionizing how people do business in the real estate industry, and we want your ideas, enthusiasm, and passion to help us keep innovating.

 

If you welcome the opportunity to make an impact in a high-growth and collaborative environment, this may be the role for you!  This position reports to the Director of Tax and is primarily responsible for overseeing day-to-day tax operations, managing and supporting all aspects of corporate tax compliance, and reporting with key external and internal partners, including quarterly and annual consolidated income tax provisions and tax return filings, audits, business transactions, as well as compliance and cross-functional duties related to indirect taxes. The Senior Tax Manager will serve as a true partner to drive changes and add value to the organization.  

 

Your impact 
  • Oversee all phases of the sales and use taxes, property taxes, and indirect tax functions, including compliance, related monthly financial reporting and reconciliations, and audits.
  • Provide guidance and support to cross-functional groups including Sales, Billing, and Operations teams to assess and address indirect tax implications for new product offerings and go-to-market strategies and resolve indirect tax issues.
  • Maintain and manage the integration of tax engine software (Avalara) with the billing (Zuora) and ERP system (NetSuite), including overseeing tax code assignments for products and services.
  • Manage income tax compliance processes, including the timely preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns with external tax advisors.
  • Prepare quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments.
  • Assist in annual R&D credit study and review of related analysis and documentation.
  • Prepare and/or review the quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, including return-to-provision true-up analysis, uncertain tax position calculations, quarterly tax memorandum, income tax disclosures, and SOX controls and documentation.
  • Support tax planning initiatives, including financial statement modeling, cash taxes, effective tax rate forecasts, and business transaction impact assessments.
  • Manage federal and state tax audits and notices strategically, advocating for the company's position and minimizing potential liabilities.
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations and assist in assessing and coordinating potential impacts on the company.
  • Assist in purchase accounting and integration of acquired companies in tax provision, compliance, processes, and systems.
  • Mentor and train tax team members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Complete other special projects as needed.

 

Qualifications 
  • 7+ years of income tax compliance and financial reporting experience with a public accounting firm and/or corporate tax department.
  • Technical knowledge of U.S. income tax matters, ASC 740 - Income Taxes and SEC disclosure standards, U.S. federal and state tax compliance, and relevant industry experience.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Experience managing a positive relationship with external auditors and tax advisors.
  • Proven success in improving income tax accounting processes and driving efficiencies.
  • Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office applications, Alteryx, CCH, and Bloomberg research tools.
  • Experience with NetSuite and Avalara is highly desirable.
  • Experience in the high technology industry is preferred.

 

Must have
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s in Taxation and/or CPA preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate findings in a precise and simple manner.
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivation with high standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability.

 

Compensation & Benefits
The base salary that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $152,000 to $190,000.
The actual base salary for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s skills, education, experience, etc. 
Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or bonuses/commissions that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits - see here.

 

 
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Why AppFolio

Grow | We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves.

Learn | We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We're cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills.

Impact | We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities.

Connect | We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed.

Paddle as One.

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Statement of Equal Opportunity

At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.

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