GumGum · 14 hours ago
Director of Tax
Santa Monica, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$173K/yr - $250K/yrGumGum is a contextual-first technology leader transforming digital advertising with AI-powered solutions. They are seeking an experienced Director of Tax to build and lead their global tax function, overseeing compliance, reporting, and planning while partnering with various teams to implement tax-efficient strategies.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataComputer VisionDigital MediaMachine LearningNatural Language Processing
Responsibilities
Act as both the strategic lead and day-to-day operator for the tax function, managing end-to-end processes
Oversee the company’s global income tax compliance process, including U.S. federal, state, and international filings, estimated payments, and extensions
Manage the global tax compliance calendar to ensure timely and accurate filings across all jurisdictions
Direct and coordinate work performed by outsourced tax service providers, ensuring high quality and accuracy
Lead and manage federal, state, and international tax audits and inquiries, including preparation of responses and resolution of issues with tax authorities
Maintain robust internal controls over tax processes in line with SOX and company policy requirements
Lead the preparation and review of the consolidated global income tax provision in accordance with ASC 740, including effective tax rate, deferred taxes, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions
Oversee quarterly and annual tax accounting close processes and ensure accurate financial statement disclosures
Collaborate with US and international external auditors during financial audits and reviews
Ensure compliance with internal reporting deadlines and accuracy of tax-related financial data
Partner with Accounting & Finance and Legal teams to identify and implement tax-efficient structures for new business initiatives, product launches, and international expansion
Lead tax due diligence and integration for domestic and international mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations
Provide input into cash tax forecasting, effective tax rate modeling, and long-term planning
Research and communicate complex tax issues and legislative changes, preparing technical memos and recommendations for management
Evaluate opportunities to optimize global tax position while ensuring compliance and risk management
Oversee & manage R&D tax credit and Section 174 projects and calculations
Oversee U.S. sales/use tax, VAT/GST compliance, and other indirect tax obligations across operating jurisdictions
Partner with Finance and People Operations to ensure proper system setup, nexus monitoring, and process controls for indirect tax
Support payroll, equity compensation, and employee mobility tax matters as needed
Operate as a 'player-coach' — balancing hands-on execution with long-term strategic development of the tax function
Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities
Build and mentor a high-performing tax function, fostering professional development and collaboration
Develop strong cross-functional partnerships across Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and international accounting & finance teams
Qualification
Required
Experience in managing end-to-end tax compliance processes
Knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax filings
Ability to manage global tax compliance calendars
Experience directing and coordinating work with outsourced tax service providers
Experience leading and managing federal, state, and international tax audits
Knowledge of internal controls over tax processes in line with SOX requirements
Experience in preparing and reviewing consolidated global income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740
Ability to oversee quarterly and annual tax accounting close processes
Experience collaborating with external auditors during financial audits
Ability to partner with Accounting & Finance and Legal teams for tax-efficient structures
Experience in tax due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations
Ability to provide input into cash tax forecasting and effective tax rate modeling
Experience researching and communicating complex tax issues
Knowledge of R&D tax credit and Section 174 projects
Experience overseeing U.S. sales/use tax and VAT/GST compliance
Ability to manage relationships with external advisors and tax authorities
Experience in building and mentoring a high-performing tax function
Benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
Participation in a bonus, commission, or stock incentive program
Company
GumGum
GumGum is an Artificial Intelligence company that uses machine learning to extract value from digital content.
Founded in 2008
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$133.82MKey Investors
Goldman Sachs Growth EquityMorgan Stanley Expansion CapitalUpfront Ventures
2021-04-13Series E· $75M
2020-02-13Series D· $22M
2015-05-28Series C· $26M
Leadership Team
Marcus Startzel
CEO
Phil Schraeder
CEO
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