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Director, Global Indirect Tax
Director, Global Indirect TaxMongoDB • San Francisco, CA, United States
Director, Global Indirect Tax

Director, Global Indirect Tax

MongoDB • San Francisco, CA, United States
2 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director, Global Indirect Tax – MongoDB

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The Indirect Tax Director is a senior tax leadership role responsible for the overall management, strategy, and compliance of an organization’s indirect tax function across all applicable jurisdictions. This role ensures that the company minimizes its tax liabilities while complying with all relevant local, national, and international tax laws.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategy and Planning : Develop and implement effective indirect tax strategies (VAT, GST, sales and use tax, property tax, etc.) to optimize the company's tax position and minimize risk
  • Compliance and Reporting : Oversee the accurate and timely preparation, review, and filing of all indirect tax returns and related reports across multiple domestic and international jurisdictions
  • Risk Management and Audits : Identify and assess potential tax risks and opportunities, implement internal controls (e.g., SOX compliance), manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, and lead negotiations for issue resolution
  • Advisory and Collaboration : Serve as the subject matter expert on indirect tax matters, advising senior leadership and cross‑functional teams (Finance, Legal, IT, Operations, etc.) on the tax implications of business activities, transactions, and new initiatives (e.g., M&A, international expansion)
  • Process Improvement and Technology : Identify opportunities for process improvements, drive the implementation of tax technology and automation solutions (e.g., Avalera, Vertex, OneSource, Netsuite, Oracle) to streamline compliance and reporting workflows
  • Research and Monitoring : Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on the organization's business, and adjust strategies and policies accordingly
  • Leadership and Development : Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of tax professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous learning

Qualifications and Skills

  • Education : A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required; an advanced degree (Master’s in Taxation, JD, or LLM) is often preferred
  • Certifications : Professional certifications such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), or Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation (CMI) are highly valued
  • Experience : Typically requires 15+ years of experience in indirect tax roles, with demonstrated progression of responsibilities in a corporate tax environment, public accounting, or law firm
  • Technical Skills : Deep expertise in domestic and international indirect tax laws and regulations (VAT, GST, sales tax), proficiency with ERP systems and tax compliance software, and strong data analysis skills are essential
  • Soft Skills : Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and communication skills are critical for managing teams, influencing stakeholders, and clearly explaining complex tax concepts to non‑technical audiences
  • Adaptability : Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and regulations
  • About MongoDB

    MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the database for the AI era, enabling innovators to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified database platform—the most widely available, globally distributed database on the market—helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud‑native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi‑cloud database and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

    With offices worldwide and nearly 60,000 customers—including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI‑native startups—relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software.

    Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment, guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB.

    To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy, we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB, and help us make an impact on the world!

    MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.

    MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    REQ ID : 4263300255

    Compensation

    MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is : $129,000—$253,000 USD . Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully‑paid gender‑neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender‑inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates.

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