Join SpaceX as a Sr. Manager of Indirect Tax to lead compliance and optimization efforts in a dynamic environment.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Sr. Manager of Indirect Tax at SpaceX is responsible for overseeing sales and use tax compliance, managing audits, and optimizing tax strategies. This role requires expertise in tax regulations, particularly in handling data for returns and coordinating with external providers, alongside proficiency in tools like Vertex and Avalara. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in indirect tax, preferably with a mix of public accounting and industry exposure. The position demands adaptability in a fast-paced environment, reflecting SpaceX's dynamic growth.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze August 15, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,800).
- Starts above 95% of 42 comparable senior other roles in United States that list Excel we track (median $115,000 across 20 companies). See Excel salary trends
- Excel appears in 2.4% of 2378 comparable senior other roles in United States; Avalara appears in 0.1% of 2378 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. Manager, Indirect Tax role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- SpaceX lists $175,000–$250,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Manager, Indirect Tax role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Avalara, Excel, RIA Checkpoint, Vertex.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Manager, Indirect Tax role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. MANAGER, INDIRECT TAX
We are seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Senior Manager to manage sales and use tax compliance, assist with indirect tax controversy/audit matters, and handle all aspects of tax planning and optimization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Gather and manipulate data and coordinate with external service providers to prepare sales and use tax and VAT returns across all U.S. states and Canada
- Manage monthly and year-end general ledger account reconciliation
- Stay informed with new products and business growth initiatives to provide guidance and ensure compliance and audit defense
- Resolve tax notices and similar matters
- Perform tax technical research related to sales and use tax and other indirect tax matters
- Assist with invoice sales tax reviews and use tax accrual reviews
- Assist in validating data and proper calculation and collection of sales tax in all states in Vertex and Avalara
- Work with vendors and internal purchasing teams on sales & use tax matters, including claiming various exemptions or abatements, and looking for savings opportunities
- Document indirect tax positions, issues, and resolutions
- Assist with indirect tax audits, refund claims and coordinate responses to various tax authorities
- Prepare and maintain tax calendar for indirect tax licenses, filings, as well as assist in various administrative matters
- Validate and manage sales tax exemption certificates
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, tax or finance
- 10+ years experience as an indirect tax professional in public accounting or at a large multinational company
- Experience with MS Excel and tax research tools (i.e. RIA Checkpoint)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with end-to-end sales and use tax compliance
- Combination of public accounting and industry experience
- Experience working across multiple states
- Experience working with sales and use tax software (Vertex)
- Familiarity with SQL
- Ability to adapt and thrive in a high paced, ever-changing environment
- Familiarity with indirect taxes related to multiple industries (manufacturing, telecom, retail)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is based in Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles area), and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered
- Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
$175,000.00 - $250,000.00
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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