Tax Analyst
Pirates Wanted : Tax Analyst
Every ecommerce business deserves the cheapest shipping rates. That's why Pirate Ship's simple shipping software levels the playing field for small businesses, giving them free access to the deepest shipping discounts with no fees or hidden costs. We're currently on the lookout for exceptional pirates to join our crew as a Tax Analyst otherwise known as a First Mate of the Treasure Ledger to us here at Pirate Ship.
Pirate Ship is a remote-first company, and like any jolly crew of pirates we operate in a casual and creative atmosphere, where everyone's ideas are welcome and having fun is encouraged. We offer competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to tell people you're a pirate when they ask what you do. As Steve Jobs said, "It's more fun to be a pirate than to join the navy!"
Responsibilities :
Assist in the preparation of federal, state, and local tax workpapers and / or returns for partnership / multi-member LLC.
Maintain organized records of tax-related documents and filings for easy retrieval and review.Treasure Counting and ReportingTake ownership of annual 1099 filing process, ensuring accurate and timely submission
Coordinate with payroll department to maintain payroll tax filingsProcess crew expense reimbursementsGather financial data from internal systems and external advisors to support tax calculations.Prepare basic reconciliations and schedules as directedAssist in compiling data for quarterly and annual reportsParley with External NavigatorsAssist with requests from external tax preparers and auditors, ensuring efficient and effective communication.
Assist with tax notice responses and routine compliance mattersShip-to-Ship CommunicationsMaintain the finance email inbox, responding to routine inquiries and routing complex matters
Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepanciesAssist with documentation for external tax preparersShip's Property LedgerMaintain fixed asset records and schedules, tracking additions and disposals
Calculate and record monthly depreciation entries in XeroAssist with annual fixed asset verification and reconciliationImproving the Ship's OperationsIdentify areas for improvement in the tax preparation and reporting process.
Suggest ways to streamline routine tasks and enhance efficiencyDocument standard operating procedures for routine finance tasksSpecial Voyages and Strategic ExpeditionsSupport special projects, as assigned.
Provide assistance on tasks related to mergers, acquisitions, and other business restructuring activities.Cross-Training of the CrewEngage in cross-training activities with the Accounting and FP&A teams to provide backup support.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of accounting and financial planning functions to facilitate effective teamwork.Ride the seas of change : You're comfortable in a remote environment where there's lots of change.Sail from your port o' call : You're able to work from home and connect with your crewmates throughout the day over chat, voice, and video through company provided equipment. Quarterly in-person meetings at varied locations.Hoist the Jolly Roger : Share your experience, expertise and interest with the crew to enhance our fun and progressive culture.At this time we are only accepting applicants in the following states : Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming.Requirements / Minimum Qualifications :
2+ years of experience in partnership taxation.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.CPA license.Strong knowledge of the Tax Code (federal and state), compliance, and procedures for closely held partnership LLCs.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals.Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace.Bonus Points For / Preferred Qualifications :
International (Germany) Tax Experience.Advanced degree such as Master's in Taxation.Experience with Xero accounting software.YARRrrr! The ability to speak like a pirate!Compensation & Benefits :
Compensation - The pay range for this role is $75,000-$82,500 yearly USD plus a performance based bonus.Vacation Time - We offer 144 hours of accrued vacation time to start to keep our pirates rested & rejuvenated!Paid Holidays - 12 paid holidays per year.Paid Sick Time - 80 hours annually.Medical Insurance - 100% covered for Pirates by the company and kicks in the first of the month after enrollment. If you want to add any dependents (spouse, partner or children), they'll be 50% covered.Dental and Vision - 100% covered for Pirates and 50% covered for dependents.401(K) - We offer a Traditional 401(K) and a Roth 401(K), and pirates who contribute 1-3% of their annual salary get matched 100% by the company.Parental Leave - Full 12 weeks for parents for the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.Home Office Reimbursement - We provide a one-time home office reimbursement of up to $1,500 to purchase an ergonomic desk and chair.Other Stipends for Remote Individuals - Wifi & snacks, we've got y'er back!Virtual Tacos for ARRrrrsome Rewards - "Hey Taco!" is our employee recognition program where you can give and receive virtual "Tacos" which can be redeemed for rewards.We Sail Under Our Three Pirate Codes :
People Over Plunder - Screwing people over is a game for lily-livered landlubbers! We believe that doing what's right is the tide that raises every ship, including ours.Clarity, Not Confusion - Confusion is tyranny. Clarity is freedom. We strive to make things easy to understand and tackle real needs for our customers.Play or Perish - A life without laughter isn't worth living. Why should that be any different in business?Our Values Reflect Who We ARRrrr :
Be Fair - Accessible to everyone, so no one's left out.Be Nice - Empathy, humanity, and humor go a long way.Be Real - Be reliable and back up the pirate talk.We work to ensure