Tax Manager (Remote)

About Us

Fondo is an all-in-one accounting platform built for startups, automating bookkeeping, taxes, and tax credits for 2,000+ high-growth companies. We combine powerful automation with expert, CPA-led accounting teams who know startups inside and out, helping founders stay compliant, maximize runway, and focus on growth. Our customers receive an average of $21K cash back from the IRS each year, with some receiving up to $500K.

We’re a remote-first team headquartered in San Francisco, with our GTM team based in SF. Backed by Y Combinator, Money Forward, Liquid 2 Ventures, and Motley Fool Ventures, we’re building the financial infrastructure that helps startups scale.

About the Role

As a Tax Manager at Fondo, you will provide comprehensive federal and state tax compliance and consulting services to various early-stage and high-growth startups in different industries. You will be a liaison between a portfolio of clients and outside agencies. You will partner closely with the Fondo Accounting and Operations teams in a remote, dynamic, fast-paced entrepreneurial environment to meet client deliverables. We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Data input into ProConnect Tax Software and conduct international tax return reviews

• Assist with various state and federal filing deadlines

• Maintain and manage the filing system in cloud-based software

• Maintain and update client projects in our proprietary app

• Continually monitor client Slack channels for support needs

• Research and address problems or questions from clients

• Build relationships and interact with clients to provide excellent planning, consulting, and expertise

• Review and occasionally support the preparation of financial statements

• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to implement strategic initiatives

• Participate in additional projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred)

• CPA certification preferred

• 4+ years of experience in tax accounting, with strong knowledge of general and tax accounting

• Extensive experience with corporate tax returns (federal and state), particularly C-Corps

• Proficient in ProConnect, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft Excel

• Experience managing financials for multiple clients

• Working knowledge of international tax

• Strong written communication skills for process documentation & procedure manuals

• Adaptable & strategic, excels in ambiguity, creatively solves problems, prioritizes multiple deadlines

• Proficient in computer information systems to present financial information, with the ability to prepare statistical reports and analyze financial reports

• Skilled in research techniques to analyze data and make recommendations

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, based on your experience, qualifications, and location.

• Bonuses: Eligible for performance-based bonuses.

• Health Coverage: medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents.

• 401(k): traditional and Roth, with a company match of up to 4%.

• Time Off: flexible PTO plus 16 paid company holidays.

• Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, ambitious, innovative, and inclusive culture.

• Impact: The chance to make a significant impact on early-stage companies and the startup ecosystem.

How to Apply

Excited about this opportunity? We would love to hear from you! Please submit your application, complete with your resume and a cover letter highlighting your exceptional experience and why you’re the ideal fit for this role!

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Fondo is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.