What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Reporting & Compliance Lead position at Anthropic?
About the role
We are seeking a leader in Tax Compliance & Reporting to lead Anthropic's income tax provision and compliance operations. Reporting to the Head of Tax, you will oversee the execution of our domestic and international income tax compliance processes and manage our quarterly and annual tax provisions. This role combines deep technical expertise in tax accounting with strong operational leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient tax reporting as we continue to scale globally.
Responsibilities:
Tax Provision & Accounting
- Own the quarterly and annual income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740
- Maintain and review deferred tax asset and liability schedules
- Partner with external auditors on tax disclosures for financial statements
- Provide technical tax accounting guidance to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP requirements
- Document and maintain tax positions and technical accounting memos
Tax Compliance
- Lead the preparation and filing of federal, state, and international income tax returns
- Ensure compliance with evolving tax legislation including BEAT, GILTI, and international requirements
- Manage information gathering and reporting processes across multiple jurisdictions
- Coordinate responses to tax notices and support tax audits
- Review tax payments and manage compliance calendar to ensure timely filings
Process & Operations
- Develop and implement standardized processes for tax compliance and provision workflows
- Drive continuous improvement in tax operations through process optimization and automation
- Maintain strong internal controls and documentation for SOX compliance
- Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely data for tax reporting
- Partner with tax technology teams to enhance tax reporting systems and tools
You may be a good fit if you:
- Have 10 years of progressive corporate tax experience, including both Big 4 public accounting and industry experience
- Have direct experience managing income tax provisions and compliance for publicly traded SaaS companies
- Hold CPA certification; advanced degree in taxation or accounting is preferred
- Have deep technical knowledge of ASC 740 and experience managing full-cycle tax provisions for public companies
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of U.S. federal and state corporate income tax requirements
- Have experience with tax provision software (e.g., Corptax) and ERP systems
- Excel at managing multiple deadlines and coordinating complex processes
- Have strong attention to detail while maintaining big-picture awareness
- Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and can adapt quickly to evolving needs
Strong candidates may also have:
- Experience managing tax functions during periods of significant international expansion
- Background implementing and optimizing tax provision or compliance software
- Experience building and mentoring teams
- Knowledge of recent international tax developments (e.g., GILTI, BEAT, Pillar Two)
- Track record of improving tax department efficiency through process automation
Deadline to apply:
None. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
