Manager, Indirect Tax

Figma Figma · Enterprise · United States · Business Operations

Manager, Indirect Tax role at Figma, focusing on U.S. sales and use tax and global VAT/GST compliance. Responsibilities include managing filings, assessing nexus, partnering with internal teams, handling audits, leading process improvements, and overseeing a Senior Tax Analyst. Requires 7+ years of indirect tax experience, deep knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax, and working knowledge of global indirect tax regimes. Experience with SOX controls and public company environments is expected. Preferred qualifications include background in SaaS/tech, CPA/Master's, familiarity with tax engines, M&A exposure, and interest in automation/AI for tax processes.

What you'd actually do

  1. Own and manage Figma’s indirect tax compliance, including U.S. sales and use tax filings, foreign VAT/GST obligations, and coordination with external advisors
  2. Monitor and assess nexus exposure, taxability rules, and regulatory developments across jurisdictions to ensure ongoing compliance and risk mitigation
  3. Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Revenue, Legal, and Billing Engineering to ensure tax requirements are accurately reflected in billing systems, product offerings, and operational processes
  4. Manage indirect tax audits, notices, and inquiries, coordinating documentation and responses with internal teams and external advisors
  5. Lead process improvements and implement scalable solutions (including tax engines and automation tools) to improve efficiency and accuracy in tax reporting

Skills

Required

  • 7+ years in indirect tax across public accounting and/or industry environments
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax, including multi-state compliance, nexus analysis, audits, and exemption management
  • Working knowledge of global indirect tax regimes (VAT/GST) and coordinating compliance across multiple jurisdictions
  • Strong understanding of SOX controls and operating within a public company (or similarly complex) environment
  • Demonstrated ability to manage or mentor others and collaborate effectively with external advisors

Nice to have

  • Background in SaaS, technology, or other high-growth environments
  • CPA certification or a Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) and tax engines such as Avalara or Vertex
  • Exposure to M&A transactions, including due diligence and integration from an indirect tax perspective
  • Interest in or experience improving tax processes through automation, analytics, or AI-driven tools

What the JD emphasized

  • public company
  • SOX compliance