Tax Analyst

@ Pirate Ship

About the Tax Analyst Role

Pirate Ship is seeking a Tax Analyst, also known as the First Mate of the Treasure Ledger. You will help prepare and maintain tax documents for a dynamic ecommerce business enabling cost savings for small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Mapping the Tax Waters: Prepare federal, state, and local tax workpapers and returns for partnership/multi-member LLCs, including maintaining organized records.
• Treasure Counting and Reporting: Oversee 1099 filing, payroll tax coordination, expense reimbursements, and compile quarterly/annual report data.
• Parley with External Navigators: Communicate with external tax preparers and auditors, manage tax notice responses, and assist in routine compliance.
• Ship-to-Ship Communications: Manage the finance inbox, address invoice discrepancies, and support documentation for external preparers.
• Ship's Property Ledger: Maintain fixed asset records, track depreciation in Xero, and support annual asset verification.
• Improving Ship's Operations: Identify process improvements, streamline tax tasks, and document procedures.
• Special Voyages and Strategic Expeditions: Contribute to merger & acquisition projects and business restructuring tasks.
• Cross-Training of the Crew: Collaborate with Accounting and FP&A teams to build comprehensive financial understanding.

Work Environment & Culture

This is a remote-first position with quarterly in-person meetings in various US states. You will work in a casual, creative, and supportive environment that offers competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a fun, pirate-themed culture.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in partnership taxation
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA license
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes for partnership LLCs
• Analytical, organizational, and strong communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace

Bonus Qualifications

• International (Germany) Tax Experience
• Advanced degree in Taxation
• Experience with Xero accounting software
• Ability to speak like a pirate

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000-$82,500 USD per year plus performance bonus
• 144 hours of accrued vacation
• 12 paid holidays and 80 hours sick time annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance with high coverage percentages
• 401(K) options with company matching
• 12 weeks parental leave
• Home office reimbursement up to $1,500
• Remote work stipends for wifi and snacks
• Employee recognition program rewards

Our Pirate Codes & Values

We abide by three pirate codes: People Over Plunder, Clarity Not Confusion, and Play or Perish. Our core values are being Fair, being Nice, and being Real.

Key skills/competency

• Taxation
• Compliance
• Accounting
• Analytical Skills
• Communication
• Organization
• Reporting
• Xero
• Remote Work
• Process Improvement