State & Local Tax Manager

Chime

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$14K - $16K USD

San Francisco, CA First seen 3 weeks ago Last seen 5 hours, 24 minutes ago Greenhouse

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Job Description

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• Manage U.S. state and local income tax compliance, prepare non-income tax returns (sales/use, property, etc.), and handle tax audits and notices for a fintech company experiencing rapid growth. • Require 8+ years of tax experience with primary focus on state and local tax compliance, ideally combining Big Four and industry backgrounds, plus strong technical knowledge of nexus, revenue sourcing, and audit experience. • Calculate tax accruals, prepare journal entries, support monthly accounting close processes, and collaborate on tax projects including R&D credits, provision calculations, and strategic tax initiatives. • Base salary ranges from $123,000 to $170,000 depending on location and qualifications, with additional eligibility for bonuses, equity packages, and competitive benefits. • Position reports to Director of Tax in San Francisco headquarters and requires strong Excel skills, Netsuite experience, and ability to work independently while partnering cross-functionally across the organization.

About the Role

We are looking for a State and Local Tax Manager to join Chime’s corporate tax team and support the company’s rapid growth. The ideal candidate has a strong U.S. state and local income tax compliance background, solid tax technical and quantitative skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This person must have hands-on tax calculation experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. They should be comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively across the broader team. This role reports to the Director of Tax in our San Francisco headquarters.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $123,000 and up to $170,000. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus, competitive equity package, and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher, depending on your location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

In This Role, You Can Expect To

Manage and review U.S. state and local income tax compliance prepared by external advisors.
Prepare and/or oversee other non-income tax returns (e.g., sales/use, gross receipts, property, GST) to ensure accurate and timely filing of returns and payments.
Calculate tax accruals, prepare tax journal entries, and maintain and reconcile tax-related accounts as part of the monthly accounting close process.
Manage state and local tax audits and notices, including data gathering, responding to information requests, and corresponding with advisors and tax authorities.
Assist with various tax projects, including tax provision, Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs), R&D tax credits, Section 174, tax forecasting, and other strategic initiatives.
Monitor state tax changes and legislative updates. Perform research and analysis, apply tax laws to support technical positions, and clearly communicate and document findings.
Partner with cross-functional teams across the company to understand the tax impact of business operations and ensure tax considerations are identified, evaluated, and communicated.
Collaborate on developing internal controls and tax automation processes to streamline tax return preparation and improve operational efficiency.
Support 1099 informational reporting.

To Thrive in This Role, You Have

8+ years of substantive tax experience with a primary emphasis on U.S. state and local tax compliance, ideally with a combination of Big Four and industry experience.
Strong technical background in U.S. state and local tax concepts, including nexus, revenue sourcing, and federal/state decoupling. Experience with state and local tax audits.
Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical, organizational, project-management, and problem-solving skills.
Strong MS Excel and data analysis skills. Experience with Netsuite and tax research tools. Experience with Avalara, AI tools, or data analytics is a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with other departments.
Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects.
A BA/BS degree in Accounting or a related field.

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A little about us

At Chime, we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chime—a financial technology company, not a bank*—on the premise that core banking services should be helpful, easy, and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms, we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether it's starting a savings account, purchasing a first car or home, launching a business, or pursuing higher education, we're proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

We're a team of problem solvers, dreamers, and builders with one shared obsession: our members. From day one, Chimers have worked tirelessly to out-hustle and out-execute competitors to bring our mission to life. Their grit and determination inspire us to work harder every day to deliver the very best experience possible. We each bring an owner's mindset to our work, refusing to be outdone and holding ourselves accountable to meet and exceed the highest bars for our teams, our company, and our members.

We believe in being bold, dreaming big, and taking risks, while also working together, embracing our diverse perspectives, and giving each other honest feedback. Our culture remains deeply entrepreneurial, encouraging every Chimer to see themselves as stewards of our mission to help everyday Americans unlock their financial progress.

We know that to achieve our mission, we must earn and keep people's trust—so we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do. These aren't just words on a wall—our values are embedded in every aspect of our business, serving as a north star that guides us as we work to help millions achieve their financial potential.

Because if we don't—who will?

*Chime is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or Stride Bank, N.A., Members FDIC.

What we offer for our full-time, regular employees

🏢 Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices, plus team and company-wide events depending on location. Whether you’re coming in regularly or are part of our fully remote program, you’ll stay engaged with your work and teammates.**
💻 In-office perks including backup child, elder, and/or pet care, plus a subsidized commuter benefit to support your regular commute**
💰 Competitive salary based on experience**
✨ 401k match** plus great medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
🏝 Generous vacation policy and company-wide Chime Days, bonus company-wide paid days off**
🫂 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice
👟 Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses
👶 Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents
👪 Access to Maven, a family planning tool, with $15k lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing, fertility treatments, adoption, and more.
🎉 In-person and virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimers—think cooking classes, guided meditations, music festivals, mixology classes, paint nights, etc., and delicious snack boxes, too!**
💚 A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress**

**Perks also available to Chime Interns.

We know that great work can’t be done without a diverse team and inclusive environment. That’s why we specifically look for individuals of varying strengths, skills, backgrounds, and ideas to join our team. We believe this gives us a competitive advantage to better serve our members and helps us all grow as Chimers and individuals.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Cook County Ordinance, NYC Fair Chance Act, and the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance, and consistent with Canadian provincial and federal laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact: benefits@chime.com.

To learn more about how Chime collects and uses your personal information during the application process, please see the Chime Applicant Privacy Notice.

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Company:
Chime
Location:
San Francisco, CA
Experience Level:
Mid
Source:
Greenhouse
Status:
Active

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