VP Tax

Toast

15+ Years | Remote | Full Time | 2 months ago

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Job Summary

The Vice President of Tax will be instrumental in shaping Toast's global tax strategy, ensuring compliance, and optimizing the company's tax position during its international expansion. Reporting to the CFO, this role involves leading tax due diligence for new markets and M&A, advising senior leadership on tax implications, and mitigating risks. The VP will also oversee all U.S. and international income tax returns, manage global tax provisions, and handle tax audits. This leadership position requires building and mentoring a high-performing global tax team and driving process improvements through technology.

Must Have

Own the comprehensive global tax strategy that supports Toast’s business objectives
Lead tax due diligence for any new market entries or M&A
Advise senior leadership on tax implications of new business initiatives and product offerings
Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of all U.S. federal, state, and international income tax returns
Manage the company's global tax provision and related financial statement disclosures
Manage all domestic and international tax audits and inquiries from government agencies
Oversee the company's global indirect tax strategy, including managing VAT/GST, sales & use tax, and other transaction-based taxes
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing global tax team
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and government tax authorities
Serve as a key business partner to senior leadership in Finance, Legal, Sales, and other departments
Proactively look for opportunities to improve tax processes
Work with internal technology teams to drive the selection and implementation of tax technology solutions
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
15+ years of experience in corporate tax, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a multi-national company
Extensive experience with tax implications of a SaaS business model, including revenue recognition and international expansion
Experience with tax technology and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP)
Proven expertise in U.S. and international tax compliance and planning, transfer pricing, and ASC 740 reporting
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax audiences
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and operate as a business partner
Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments

Good to Have

Master's in Taxation or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred

Perks & Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits programs
Cash compensation (overtime, bonus/commissions, if eligible)
Benefits (health, etc.)
Equity (if eligible)
Hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs
Accessible and inclusive hiring process with reasonable accommodations

Job Description

Vice President of Tax JD

Toast is driven by building the restaurant platform that helps restaurants adapt, take control, and get back to what they do best: building the business they love and delighting their guests.

The Vice President of Tax will play a key role in helping deliver on that goal by shaping our tax strategy as we continue to expand globally, ensuring compliance and optimizing our tax position. You will play a direct role in how Toast navigates its next stage of growth.

This role will report directly to Toast’s CFO.

About this roll\* (Responsibilities)

Global Tax Strategy & Planning
Own the comprehensive global tax strategy that supports Toast’s business objectives
Lead tax due diligence for any new market entries or M&A
Advise senior leadership on tax implications of new business initiatives and product offerings
Stay current with emerging tax trends, changes in legislation, and evolving business practices, and advise the leadership team on strategic implications
Identify and assess potential tax risks and develop strategies to mitigate exposure to tax penalties and disputes
Compliance & Reporting
Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of all U.S. federal, state, and international income tax returns
Manage the company's global tax provision and related financial statement disclosures
Ensure compliance with all tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements in all jurisdictions where the company operates
Tax Audits & Controversies
Manage all domestic and international tax audits and inquiries from government agencies
Develop and execute strategies for resolving tax disputes and controversies
Indirect Tax
Oversee the company's global indirect tax strategy, including managing VAT/GST, sales & use tax, and other transaction-based taxes
Stay on top of changes in indirect tax legislation and ensure systems and processes are updated for compliance
Leadership & Management
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing global tax team, providing guidance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and government tax authorities
Serve as a key business partner to senior leadership in Finance, Legal, Sales, and other departments.
Technology & Process Improvement
Proactively look for opportunities to improve tax processes
Work with internal technology teams to drive the selection and implementation of tax technology solutions to automate processes, enhance data analytics, and improve efficiency and accuracy

Do you have the right ingredients\*? (Requirements)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Master's in Taxation or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred
15+ years of experience in corporate tax, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a multi-national company
Extensive experience with tax implications of a SaaS business model, including revenue recognition and international expansion
Experience with tax technology and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP)
Proven expertise in U.S. and international tax compliance and planning, transfer pricing, and ASC 740 reporting
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax audiences
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and operate as a business partner
Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments

AI at Toast

At Toast we’re Hungry to Build and Learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture.

Our Spread\* of Total Rewards

We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits.

\*Bread puns encouraged but not required

The base salary range for this role is listed below. The starting salary will be determined based on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, our total rewards components include cash compensation (overtime, bonus/commissions, if eligible), benefits, and equity (if eligible).

Pay Range

$235,000—$376,000 USD

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success

At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences.

We Thrive Together

We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs. Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community. To learn more about how we work globally and regionally, check out: https://careers.toasttab.com/locations-toast.

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Toast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidateaccommodations@toasttab.com.

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