Senior Manager - Tax

About the Role

Uber Freight connects shippers with transportation providers, much like how Uber connects riders and drivers. We are a team of entrepreneurial individuals who are redefining the movement of things around the world. As we continue to scale our platform globally, we are looking for a strategic, hands-on Senior Tax Manager to lead and manage all aspects of tax related to Uber Freight’s operations. The Freight Head of Tax is a high impact role that offers a unique opportunity to lead the tax function for a high-growth business within the Uber umbrella that also has its own tax reporting requirements, as well as support for the global Uber tax function. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise across multiple tax domains, thrive in fast-paced environments, and enjoy solving complex tax challenges collaboratively. 

What the Candidate Will Do

• Own and lead all aspects of Uber Freight’s global tax function. 
• Oversee the quarterly and annual tax provision process in coordination with external service providers and internal finance teams. 
• Manage U.S. federal, state, and international tax compliance, including preparation and review of returns, and coordination with external providers. 
• Manage indirect tax compliance and filings (e.g., sales & use tax) and advise on the taxability of new products or services. 
• Lead tax planning and structuring initiatives to support business expansion, M&A, supply chain optimization, and cross-border operations. 
• Support audit readiness and manage responses to IRS, state and local, and foreign tax authority inquiries. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and Engineering to ensure tax implications are integrated into business decisions. 
• Drive process improvements in tax operations, documentation, and reporting systems. 
• Manage external service providers and strategize on the long-term balance between external and internal resources 
• Manage transfer pricing and inter-company documentation, including coordination with external providers and internal legal teams. 
• Support general ledger accounting team with provision reconciliations and documentation. 

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive tax experience, including in-house corporate tax and/or public accounting experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification, Master’s in Taxation or JD/LLM preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and lead complex cross-functional initiatives. 
• Proven experience managing compliance and advisory projects. 
• Strong collaborative mindset with a track record of building effective cross-functional relationships. 
• Strong communication skills to be able to present complex tax conclusions to business leaders.
• Be open to travel between various Uber and Uber Freight office locations 

Benefits & Compensation for U.S. Employees

Employees working more than 30 hours in the US at Uber Freight are eligible for benefits like a company sponsored health plan, dental and vision benefits, 401k match, financial and mental wellness benefits, parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance and more.  US based employees may also be eligible for a performance or sales incentive bonus program, participation in Uber Freight equity awards, and other types of compensation depending upon the role.

California: The salary range for this role is $151,620 to $178,920 a year

About Uber Freight 

Uber Freight is a market-leading enterprise technology company powering intelligent logistics. With a suite of end-to-end logistics applications, managed services and an expansive carrier network, Uber Freight advances supply chains and moves the world’s goods. Today, the company manages nearly $20B of freight and one of the largest networks of carriers. It is backed by best-in-class investors and provides services for 1 in 3 Fortune 500 companies, including Del Monte Foods, Nestle, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and more. For more, visit www.uberfreight.com.

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EEOC

Uber Freight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.