Tax & Compliance Research Specialist

Location: New York (Hybrid – 4 days/week in office)
Type: Full-time
Compensation: $85K–$125K + Competitive Equity
Visa: No sponsorship available except H1B transfers / new H1B for STEM OPT with 2+ years remaining

About the Role

We are seeking a Tax & Compliance Research Specialist to lead the setup and ongoing maintenance of our sales & use tax reporting and remission systems. You will be responsible for researching state-level tax requirements, implementing compliant processes, and supporting broader regulatory initiatives—including DMV compliance and operational policy research.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys deep research, and can build processes from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

Research and interpret sales & use tax requirements for vehicle sales across all 50 U.S. states.
Lead the setup, documentation, and execution of tax reporting and remission workflows.
Support audits, reconciliations, and continuous process improvements.
Maintain comprehensive records to support filings and future reviews.
Contribute to additional regulatory and operational research projects (e.g., DMV rules, compliance reviews).

Required Skills & Experience

2–6 years experience in tax compliance, tax accounting, or similar roles.
Strong knowledge of sales & use tax requirements across multiple states.
Experience conducting tax research and interpreting state-level regulations.
Familiarity with tax automation tools; Vertex experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to work autonomously and take initiative on projects beyond core tax responsibilities.
Must be based in or willing to relocate to New York City.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with tax requirements related to vehicle or automotive sales.
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, and external partners.
Experience operating in fast-paced startup environments.

Additional Details

Hybrid Work: 4 days/week onsite in NYC
Team Size: ~40 employees
Founded: 2022
Funding: $17.3M
Industry: Automotive technology / checkout platform