Junior Tax Manager, US

About the role

Bending Spoons is looking for a motivated Junior Tax Manager to oversee and optimise the company’s U.S. tax obligations. You will ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws while supporting key business decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Support U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance, including corporate income, franchise, sales and use taxes.
• Calculate tax liabilities, prepare and file U.S. tax returns.
• Manage tax matters related to equity plans, employee compensation, and contractor arrangements.
• Ensure correct tax treatment of employee benefits, compensation, and welfare programs.
• Assist with tax due‑diligence and integration work for acquisitions.
• Liaise with the IRS, state tax authorities, and external tax advisors.

Required profile

• Strong reasoning ability and problem‑solving skills.
• High drive, ambition, and responsibility for outcomes.
• Team‑oriented mindset, reliability, honesty, and transparency.
• Valid CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential.

Required skills

• U.S. tax compliance knowledge.
• Tax return preparation.
• Equity plan taxation.

What we offer

• Work in small, talent‑dense, autonomous teams.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and impact.
• Integration of AI tools to enhance decision‑making.