Why Harvey

Harvey is a secure AI platform for legal and professional services that augments productivity and automates complex workflows. Harvey uses algorithms with reasoning-adept LLMs that have been customized and developed by our expert team of lawyers, engineers and research scientists. We’ve found product market fit and are scaling our team very quickly. Some reasons to join Harvey are:

• Exceptional product market fit: We have partnered with the largest law firms and professional service providers in the world, including Paul Weiss, A&O Shearman, Ashurst, O'Melveny & Myers, PwC, KKR, and many others.
• Strategic investors: Raised over $500 million from strategic investors including Sequoia, Google Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and OpenAI.
• World-class team: Harvey is hiring the best talent from DeepMind, Google Brain, Stripe, FAIR, Tesla Autopilot, Glean, Superhuman, Figma, and more.
• Partnerships: Our engineers and researchers work directly with OpenAI to build the future of generative AI and redefine professional services.
• Performance: 4x ARR in 2024.
• Competitive compensation.

Role Overview

The Head of Tax will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s tax function, including US and international tax compliance, indirect tax, global tax strategy, and intercompany arrangements. This role could also support certain treasury operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, strategic thinker who thrives in an exceptionally fast-paced environment and is excited to build and enhance our processes from an early stage.

What You'll Do

Global Tax Compliance

• Work with third party providers to oversee preparation, review, and filing of all US federal and state income tax returns
• Manage quarterly and annual tax provision processes (ASC 740)
• Monitor changes in US tax law and assess impact on the company
• Work with third party providers to manage income tax compliance for all international subsidiaries, including coordination with local advisors
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation and ensure compliance with global requirements
• Support expansion into new international markets from a tax perspective

• Ensure compliance with US sales tax regulations across all relevant jurisdictions
• Oversee VAT compliance for international operations, including registration, filings, and audits
• Implement and maintain systems for accurate indirect tax collection and remittance

Global Tax Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global tax strategy aligned with business objectives
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize the company’s effective tax rate while minimizing complexity
• Advise on the tax implications of business initiatives, M&A, and new product launches

International Tax Operations and Compliance

• Design and implement intercompany agreements to support global operations
• Ensure proper transfer pricing policies and documentation are in place
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to structure intercompany transactions efficiently

• Oversee tax compliance related to international equity compensation programs
• Partner with HR and legal to ensure proper reporting and withholding for global equity grants
• Coordinate with third party providers to ensure compliance with annual tax reporting and compliance requirements for local, city and country

Treasury Operations (Nice to Have)

• Support cash management, banking relationships, and intercompany funding arrangements
• Assist with Intercompany invoicing, settlement and cash management strategies
• Assist with foreign exchange risk management and global cash repatriation strategies

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or advanced tax degree
• 10+ years of relevant tax experience, including public accounting and/or in-house corporate tax roles
• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations
• Experience with indirect tax compliance (sales tax, VAT) and international tax matters
• Proven ability to develop and implement global tax strategies in a high-growth environment
• Experience with equity compensation tax compliance is highly desirable
• Some Treasury management experience is a plus
• Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

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Harvey is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made by emailing interview-help@harvey.ai.