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Senior Tax Analyst, Indirect Tax

Toronto, ONHybridFull TimeSeniorCA$84,000–CA$105,000 /yrPosted 4 days ago

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Required skills

indirect tax accounting
compliance
audit work streams
tax returns
workpapers
audit defense
nexus issues
general ledger
tax engines
ERP

Nice to have

CA
CPA
CMI designation

Role summary

Lyft is seeking a tech-savvy Senior Tax Analyst to join their Tax Team. Reporting to the Tax Manager, this role will own indirect tax accounting, compliance, and audit work streams, providing actionable insights. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate application of indirect tax laws, leading audit defense, overseeing compliance processes, and developing tax strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field with 5+ years of tax accounting experience, in-depth knowledge of various indirect taxes, and strong Excel skills. Experience with Alteryx, Python, SQL, ERP systems, and tax engines is preferred. This hybrid role requires 3 days in-office per week.

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft is looking for a talented, tech-savvy tax accountant to join our growing Tax Team. As a Senior Tax Analyst, you will report to the Tax Manager and take full ownership of indirect tax accounting, compliance, audit work streams, and from time to time ad hoc projects, delivering actionable insights and recommendations that influence business decisions. You will build trusted relationships across Engineering, Business Operations, Regulatory Compliance, and Accounting/Finance, and serve as a resource and mentor to junior members of the tax team.

Responsibilities:

Tax Technical & Accounting Expertise

Ensure accurate application of indirect tax and regulatory laws across assigned areas, reviewing complex tax returns and overseeing the compliance process end-to-end

Review tax and accounting records for quality and accuracy, identifying and correcting issues before they escalate

Lead preparation of workpapers and audit defense arguments for indirect tax audits, gathering transaction details and developing well-supported positions for submission to tax authorities

Train and mentor team members cross-functionally on indirect tax laws, regulatory requirements, and best practices within their area

Compliance & Reporting

Oversee the entire indirect tax compliance process, ensuring all returns, schedules, and related documents are filed accurately and on time across jurisdictions

Develop strategies to ensure documentation and record-keeping meet audit and regulatory standards

Gather and analyze data from the general ledger, tax engines, and other systems to lead workpaper preparation for compliance and reverse indirect tax audits

Coach junior team members on compliance processes and reporting quality

Tax Strategy & Planning

Analyze current and upcoming tax regulations, developing and recommending strategies to ensure ongoing compliance and optimize the company's tax position

Research complex indirect tax issues and develop clear, actionable guidance for internal business partners

Identify and assess indirect tax risks (notices, resale/exemption certificate exposure, nexus issues) and lead resolution efforts

Develop a deep understanding of Lyft's business operations to proactively flag indirect tax implications of new products, markets, or transactions

Tax Operational Efficiency

Lead efforts to streamline and automate indirect tax workflows, including building and maintaining Excel/Alteryx models for recurring transactions and scenarios

Develop and track performance metrics to measure the efficiency and accuracy of the indirect tax compliance process

Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Business Operations) to ensure system and process changes support indirect tax compliance

Drive ad hoc process improvement projects related to indirect tax, proposing and implementing solutions independently

Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field with 5+ years of tax accounting experience in either corporate or public accounting

CA, CPA or CMI designation preferred

In-depth technical knowledge of laws governing Sales and Use Taxes, Value-added Tax, personal property tax, business licenses/gross receipts tax, and related reporting to tax authorities within the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico and beyond

Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects with significant autonomy, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and process improvements

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting findings and recommendations to cross-functional and senior stakeholders

Strong accounting skills, including the ability to independently review and reconcile complex general ledger accounts

Strong computer and technology skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Alteryx, Python, or SQL experience strongly preferred

Accounting system experience (Oracle, NetSuite, or similar ERP)

Tax engine experience (Vertex, OneSource, Avalara, or similar)

Experience coaching, training, or mentoring team members cross-functionally

Benefits:

Extended health and dental coverage options, along with life insurance and disability benefits

Mental health benefits

Family building benefits

Child care and pet benefits

Access to a Lyft funded Health Care Savings Account

RRSP plan with company match to help save for your future

In addition to provincial observed holidays, salaried team members are covered under Lyft's flexible paid time off policy. The policy allows team members to take off as much time as they need (with manager approval). Hourly team members get 15 days paid time off, with an additional day for each year of service

Lyft is proud to support new parents with 18 weeks of paid time off, designed as a top-up plan to complement provincial programs. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible.

Subsidized commuter benefits and Lyft ride credits

Lyft is committed to creating an inclusive workforce that fosters belonging. Lyft believes that every person has a right to equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, pardoned record of offences, or any other basis protected by applicable law or by Company policy. Lyft also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind. Accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request in accordance with applicable law during the application and hiring process. Please contact your recruiter if you wish to make such a request.

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office at least 3 days per week, including on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the Toronto area is CAD $84,000 - CAD $105,000, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

Lyft may use artificial intelligence to screen applicants, however, Lyft employees make the ultimate selection and hiring decisions.

This job fills an existing vacancy.

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