Tax Accountant
Join Northwood Space as a Tax Accountant to manage tax compliance and support the company's growth in space infrastructure.
Posted by employer 3 weeks ago
First seen on Joblaze 23 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 23 hours ago
What you'll build
- Own the tax compliance calendar
- Manage sales and use tax compliance
- Support income tax provisions and financial reporting
- Partner with Finance and Legal teams for tax considerations
- Build scalable tax processes and internal controls
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3+ years of tax experience
- Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state business taxation
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Nice to have
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA licensure
- Experience at a startup or growing company
- Exposure to international tax compliance
- Experience with income tax provisions under ASC 740
Practical constraints
- Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
The Tax Accountant at Northwood Space is responsible for managing daily tax operations, including compliance and coordination with external advisors. This role requires a solid understanding of U.S. federal and state taxation, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting systems. Ideal candidates have at least three years of tax experience, preferably in a startup or growing company, and should be comfortable navigating complex tax matters in a rapidly evolving environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 8, 2026. Last confirmed on Northwood Space's careers page November 8, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Northwood Space: Torrance, CA.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Tax Accountant role.
- Does Northwood Space sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Northwood Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Tax Accountant role at Northwood Space.
From the original posting
Role
Northwood Space is looking for a Tax Accountant to help build the tax function. You will own day-to-day tax activities, coordinate with external advisors, and establish scalable processes that support our expanding operations. Working closely with Finance, Accounting, Legal, and operational teams, you will bring structure to complex tax matters and help the company make informed business decisions as we continue to grow and scale.
Responsibilities
Own the tax compliance calendar and coordinate federal, state and local filings with external advisors, ensuring accurate supporting schedules, timely submissions, and appropriate documentation.
Manage sales and use tax compliance, including registrations, nexus assessments, exemption certificates, and evaluating the tax treatment of ground station services and equipment purchases.
Support income tax provisions, tax account reconciliations, estimated payments, and financial reporting by preparing workpapers and coordinating technical reviews with external tax specialists.
Partner with Finance, Legal, and business teams to assess tax considerations for new ground station locations, customer contracts, capital investments, and expansion into new jurisdictions.
Build scalable tax processes, internal controls, and documentation; improve ERP tax configurations and data quality; and serve as the primary internal contact for tax notices, audits, and advisor requests.
Identify and evaluate potential tax credits, incentives, and opportunities in partnership with external advisors, including those related to research and development, manufacturing, and infrastructure investment.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or a combination, with hands-on experience preparing or reviewing tax filings and supporting schedules.
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state business taxation, including income tax and sales and use tax, with the ability to research unfamiliar issues and recognize when specialist guidance is needed.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel and accounting systems and the ability to independently manage deadlines and build processes in an evolving environment.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA designation, progress toward CPA licensure, or a graduate degree in Taxation or Accounting.
Experience at a startup or growing company, particularly in aerospace, telecommunications, infrastructure, manufacturing, or another business with significant physical assets.
Exposure to international tax compliance, VAT/GST, transfer pricing, or tax considerations associated with operating across multiple jurisdictions.
Experience with income tax provisions under ASC 740, fixed asset tax depreciation, R&D tax credits, or tax process automation using NetSuite or a similar ERP.
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