NetGear

Sr. Tax Accountant Specialist

NetGear • $100K — $130K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
  • 3-5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or industry
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax compliance; exposure to international tax is a plus
  • Experience with indirect taxes (sales/use tax, VAT, GST) preferred but not required
  • Familiarity with tax provision concepts under ASC 740
  • Experience working with ERP systems and tax software (e.g., OneSource, Vertex)
  • Interest in or experience with automation, data analytics, or AI tools in tax or finance functions

Responsibilities

  • Prepare U.S. federal and state income tax returns and supporting workpapers
  • Support the review of income tax returns and other filings
  • Assist with international tax compliance and coordination with external advisors
  • Support quarterly and annual income tax provision, including deferred tax calculations
  • Ensure timely and accurate filing of all income tax obligations
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits
  • Maintain tax documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls
  • Support sales and use tax, VAT, and GST compliance and reporting
  • Assist with indirect tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities
  • Monitor nexus and registration requirements across jurisdictions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions
  • Support the evaluation and implementation of AI tools within the tax department
  • Identify opportunities to automate and improve tax processes using data analytics
  • Partner with IT and finance systems teams for new tool integration
  • Assist in developing documentation, training, and best practices for new processes
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and trends in tax automation

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to modernizing the tax function through technology and automation
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Career growth opportunities within the tax organization
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Senior Tax Accountant Specialist to join our tax team. This role will be primarily responsible for income tax compliance (approximately 80%), including federal, state, and international filings, with additional exposure to indirect tax (approximately 20%).

This position also offers an opportunity to support the implementation of AI-driven tools within the tax function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of tax processes.

This is a full-time, hybrid position at NETGEAR's San Jose HQ.

Key Responsibilities

Income Tax Compliance (80%)
  • Prepare U.S. federal and state income tax returns, including supporting workpapers and schedules
  • Support the review of income tax returns and filings
  • Assist with international tax compliance, including coordination with external advisors on foreign filings (e.g., Forms 5471, 8858, 1118, etc.)
  • Support quarterly and annual income tax provision (ASC 740), including deferred tax calculations
  • Ensure timely and accurate filing of all income tax obligations
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and reviews
  • Maintain tax documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls (e.g., SOX requirements)

Indirect Tax (20%)
  • Support sales and use tax, VAT, and GST compliance and reporting
  • Assist with indirect tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities
  • Monitor nexus and registration requirements across jurisdictions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, operations, IT) to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions
  • Willingness to learn and expand into indirect tax areas is important

AI & Process Transformation
  • Support the evaluation and implementation of AI tools within the tax department
  • Identify opportunities to automate and improve tax processes using data analytics and technology
  • Partner with IT and finance systems teams to support integration of new tools
  • Assist in developing documentation, training, and best practices for new processes
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and trends in tax automation

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
  • 3-5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or industry
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax compliance; exposure to international tax is a plus
  • Experience with indirect taxes (sales/use tax, VAT, GST) preferred but not required
  • Familiarity with tax provision concepts under ASC 740
  • Experience working with ERP systems and tax software (e.g., OneSource, Vertex)
  • Interest in or experience with automation, data analytics, or AI tools in tax or finance functions

Skills & Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement orientation
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to contribute to modernizing the tax function through technology and automation
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Career growth opportunities within the tax organization

About NetGear

NETGEAR, Inc. is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses, and service providers. The company's products are designed to enable users to share internet access, peripherals, files, digital multimedia content, and applications among multiple personal computers and other internet-enabled devices. NETGEAR's product line includes wireless routers, network storage devices, switches, and security appliances. The company also offers a range of services, including technical support, warranty, and maintenance services. NETGEAR sells its products through a variety of channels, including retailers, distributors, and online.
Learn more about NetGear
Size
771 employees
Market Cap
$512.4 million
Industry
Enterprise Technology
Net Income
$58.2 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+0.4%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
NTGR
* Ladders Estimates

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