LegalZoom provides online legal resources and tools with a goal to make the law more accessible and affordable for all people. The company launched its platform
Tax Senior
Location
Texas + 1 moreAll locations: Texas | California
Posted
4 days ago
Salary
$77.6K - $124.2K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Tax Senior
LegalZoom
Tax Senior Finance Los Angeles, California Austin, Texas Mountain View, California Description About LegalZoom LegalZoom is on a mission to help people navigate the legal system with confidence and clarity. As a leader in online legal services for over 25 years, we combine technology, attorney-led solutions, and expertise to protect the aspirations, lives, and legacies of millions of customers. If you’re ready to contribute to a collaborative, diverse, and distributed group of creative thinkers and problem-solvers, we can’t wait to meet you. Human-in-the-Loop At LegalZoom, we operate with a human-in-the-loop model, where AI enhances—rather than replaces—human judgment. We believe the strongest outcomes for our customers come from thoughtfully integrating human expertise with AI capabilities to improve accuracy, safety, and decision-making. To align with our AI-integrated operating model, our interview process will assess AI fluency, curiosity, and measurable/impactful workflow integration. Where we work We believe work should work for you. LegalZoom supports a remote-friendly environment that gives employees flexibility and balance. Our Austin, Beaverton, Frisco, Los Angeles Metro, and San Francisco Bay Area offices allow our employees to collaborate with teammates and offer special onsite events, lunches, and more. While this position is remote, we encourage and at times, require in-person collaboration at our Austin, TX, Mountain View, CA, or Sherman Oaks, CA offices. Overview LegalZoom.com is seeking a Tax Senior to join our Finance team. We are seeking a highly-motivated professional with experience in income tax accounting as well as federal and state income tax compliance. Experience will also include assisting with researching tax issues in conjunction with tax compliance and keeping up with changing legislation. This position will report to the Group Manager Tax and will have frequent interaction with the Finance department. You will - Responsible for the preparation of the ASC 740 quarterly and annual tax provision and related memos - Responsible for the preparation of compliance schedules and work with external tax advisors in review and filing of consolidated federal and multi-state tax returns - Assist with preparation of extensions and estimated tax payment calculations in coordination with others in the Tax Department - Assist with tax research to ensure compliance with changing regulations and rules. - Provide support for various ad hoc tax projects, tax audits, notices, and other company initiatives - Assist with the compilation of state apportionment schedules - Demonstrate an ability to work with process automation and AI initiatives to enhance process efficiencies You have - Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field (Must have taken specific courses related to taxation.) - CPA preferred but not required - 3- 5 years’ experience in corporate taxation, some experience in Public Accounting required - Experience with preparation of ASC 740 quarterly and annual tax provisions for a publicly traded company - Strong tax background in consolidated federal, multi-state returns preparation - Excellent business writing and communication skills. - Advanced excel skills - Proficiency using Chat GPT or equivalent enterprise grade AI tools - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment working under the pressure of competing and sometimes conflicting deadlines. - Experience with Intelliconnect or comparable online research platform The salary range for this role is $77,600 - $124,200. Actual compensation offered will depend on several factors including but not limited to: geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, and/or other business and organizational needs. In addition, an annual bonus, incentive bonus and/or restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package. You will also receive a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as seen below. ● Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance ● 401k, With Matching Contributions ● Paid Time Off ● Health Savings Account (HSA) ● Flexible Spending Account (FSA) ● Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance ● Plus other wellness benefits to include: ○ Fertility ○ Mental Health ○ One Medical ○ Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250
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