AppLovin

Tax Manager

AppLovin$135K — $203K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, MST, or JD preferred
  • 6+ years of progressive corporate tax experience (public accounting and/or in-house)
  • Technical knowledge of U.S. income tax matters and ASC 740
  • Proven experience with tax technology and automation
  • Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset
  • Proficiency in Excel and G Suite
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems, and familiarity with tax provision and compliance software

Responsibilities

  • Prepare global tax provisions including effective tax rate and financial disclosures
  • Analyze and communicate tax differences and effective rate drivers
  • Manage U.S. federal and state consolidated income tax returns
  • Oversee compliance deliverables including extensions and estimated tax payments
  • Continuously improve tax processes and internal controls
  • Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy and efficiency
  • Use technology to automate and streamline tax processes

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Unlimited Discretionary Time Off
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 80 hours paid sick leave
  • Equity eligibility
Full Job Description
About AppLovin

AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end software and AI solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences. For more information about AppLovin, visit: www.applovin.com.

To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world. At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others.

Fortune recognizes AppLovin as one of the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area, and the company has been a Certified Great Place to Work for the last four years (2021-2024). Check out the rest of our awards HERE.

The Role
AppLovin is looking for a driven Tax Manager with strong communication skills to support our growing, global tax function. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, enjoys partnering across teams, and is excited to modernize and scale tax processes through technology. You'll play a visible, hands-on role in income tax accounting, consolidated income tax compliance, and advancing the use of technology to improve efficiency and scalability. The ideal candidate brings strong public company experience, deep ASC 740 knowledge, and a mindset focused on automation and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do
  • Prepare quarterly and annual global tax provision, including effective tax rate and tax reserve analysis, and financial statement disclosures in accordance with ASC 740, US GAAP or other guidance
  • Analyze and clearly communicate permanent and temporary differences, valuation allowances, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate drivers
  • Prepare and support tax-related financial statement disclosures and footnotes
  • Partner proactively with internal stakeholders, including finance, accounting, and legal teams, to gather necessary financial data and ensure accurate tax reporting
  • Manage and/or review U.S. federal and state consolidated income tax returns
    • Coordinate with external advisors on return preparation, audits, and tax
      notices
  • Oversee extensions, estimated tax payments, and compliance deliverables
  • Continuously improve income tax processes, documentation, and internal controls
  • Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability as the business grows
  • Use tax technology and data tools to automate and streamline provision and compliance processes
  • Improve workflows related to data collection, calculations, reconciliations, and documentation
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external providers to scale systems and processes
  • Assist with audits, special projects, and ad hoc tax analysis


What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, MST, or JD strongly preferred
  • 6+ years of progressive corporate tax experience (public accounting and/or in-house)
  • Technical knowledge of U.S. income tax matters, ASC 740 - Income Taxes, U.S. federal and state tax compliance, and relevant industry experience
  • Proven experience leveraging tax technology and automation to improve processes
  • Strong attention to detail, ownership mindset, and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and G suite
  • Experience working with NetSuite or other ERP systems
  • Familiarity with tax provision and compliance software (e.g., OneSource, Corptax, Alteryx, or similar tools) (a plus)
  • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth technology, or multinational environment
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams


AppLovin provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay for performance rewards approach. Total compensation at AppLovin is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Depending on the position offered, equity, and other forms of incentive compensation (as applicable) may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to dental, vision, and other benefits.

Other Types of Pay: Equity eligible

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off: Unlimited Discretionary Time Off

Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Paid Sick Leave: 80 hours per year

Method of Application: Apply online

Application Window: The application window is expected to close within 30 days of the posting date.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to [email protected].

USA Base Pay Range: CA, NY, WA States

$135,000-$203,000 USD

USA Base Pay Range: all other States (excludes CA, NY, WA)

$119,000-$179,000 USD

AppLovin has become aware of a scam targeting jobseekers with fake "app optimization" and similar roles. We do not ask our candidates to download apps or make any form of payment(s). AppLovin works with applicants through our Careers page and applovin.com email addresses. If you are contacted through other unofficial channels (such as WhatsApp or Telegram) or asked to download an app or make a payment, these contacts are not legitimate. Confirm the information here and contact us directly with any questions.

AppLovin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about EEO rights as an applicant here.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send us a request at [email protected].

AppLovin will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in California, learn more here.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

Please read our Global Applicant Privacy Notice to learn more about how AppLovin processes your personal information.

About AppLovin

Applovin Corporation, doing business as AppLovin, is a mobile technology company headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2012, it operated in stealth mode until 2014. AppLovin enables developers of all sizes to market, monetize, analyze and publish their apps through its mobile advertising, marketing, and analytics platforms MAX, AppDiscovery, and SparkLabs. AppLovin operates Lion Studios, which works with game developers to promote and publish their mobile games. AppLovin also has large investments in various mobile game publishers. In 2020, 49% of AppLovin's revenue came from businesses using its software and 51% from consumers making in-app purchases. AppLovin was founded in 2012 by Adam Foroughi, John Krystynak, and Andrew Karam. Foroughi stated that the AppLovin name came from Bloglovin', a content organizing company, contrary to reports of an homage to the Christopher Mintz-Plasse character from the 2007 film, Superbad. The company operated in stealth mode until 2014, raising $4 million in financing from angel investors, Streamlined Ventures and the Webb Investment Network. Before emerging from stealth mode, AppLovin acquired customers including Opentable and Spotify. In October 2014, AppLovin purchased the German mobile ad-network, Moboqo. On September 26, 2016, it was reported that AppLovin had agreed to be acquired by the Chinese private equity firm, Orient Hontai Capital, for $1.42 billion; the acquisition deal was subsequently abandoned for debt investment after opposition to the plans from CFIUS. The company was ranked #10 on the 2016 Deloitte Fast 500 North America list, and again in 2018. Foroughi was recognized on the 2017 San Francisco Business Times "40 Under 40" list.
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Founded
2012
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