Tax Senior-100% REMOTE

Company Description

ABOUT OPSTART

OpStart is the engine powering finance and accounting operations for startup companies nationwide.

We leverage cutting-edge technology and human expertise to provide a complete range of financial

services (bookkeeping, taxes, FP&A, etc.) that keep early-stage companies informed and compliant as

they scale to success. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs reach their goals; we do this by maximizing

their visibility into financial performance while minimizing the time they spend on finance and

accounting work. We delight in helping ambitious founders solve massive problems and continuously

innovate to deliver more value to our clients.

OpStart is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our

team is fully remote, and we have no specific requirements around location for this position. We are

proud to have a strong company culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

OpStart is looking for a Tax Senior to spearhead our tax service delivery. This position will play an

integral role in our client service teams with primary responsibilities for implementing tax compliance

processes and tax software and assuring complete and accurate tax filings.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Manage and execute on OpStart’s tax service offering, including contributing to strategy, pricing
  
  

and process

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for C-Corps, S-Corps, and
  
  

Partnerships

• Prepare and review multi-state apportionment calculations
• Assist with the analysis, preparation and filing of R&D Tax Credits
• Execute key tax compliance processes, including the preparation of 1099s and Delaware
  
  

Franchise Taxes

• Provide support and guidance on all tax and compliance related matters, including federal,
  
  

state, and local income taxes, sales taxes, and payroll taxes

• Identify and resolve complex tax issues related to start-ups
• Develop and implement standard tax workpapers, process and approvals across team
• Work with OpStart’s accounting and other cross-functional teams to implement and improve
  
  

end-to-end tax processes and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure client compliance

• Prepare, review, and provide feedback on draft income tax returns and reconciliations to the
  
  

financial statements

• Maintain strong client and internal team relationships and respond to client and internal
  
  

inquiries in a professional manner

• Communicate clearly and frequently on status of returns and filings, both internally and
  
  

externally

• Suggest and implement both tax-savings opportunities and tax strategies by working closely
  
  

with multiple client stakeholders

• Assist with federal and state tax audits
• Monitor and analyze proposed tax policy changes to evaluate impact and develop necessary
  
  

implementation plans

• Conduct tax research and prepare memos to support tax positions
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• 3+ years public accounting firm experience with a focus on taxation
• CPA license preferred
• Demonstrative knowledge and proficiency with tax compliance software, including CCH Axcess
• Experience with filing federal and state income taxes for C corporations, S corporations, and
  
  

partnerships

• Experience with multi-state apportionment
• Familiarity with other tax compliance matters such as 1099s, franchise taxes, sales taxes, and
  
  

payroll taxes

• Ability to remain current on IRS tax changes
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Desire to help others and provide extraordinary customer service
• Organized, efficient and tech-savvy
• Ability to develop and manage processes with limited oversight
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with a team of entrepreneurs
  
  

Additional Information

Benefits

Full-Time Employees are eligible to participate in OpStart’s generous benefit programs!

Benefits include:

• Flexible Paid Time Off Program
• 401k Plan with company match
• Optional Medical, Dental and Vision programs
• Company provided $25,000 Life and AD&D Insurance Policy
• Monthly work from home stipend
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities for this position. Duties, obligations, and activities may evolve or change at any time with or without formal notice.