Cordance is dedicated to accelerating the growth of vertically focused business-to-business (B2B) software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies through acquisition and long-term tactical and financial guidance. We’re experienced operators and subject-matter experts with a passion for software and building businesses. We partner with founders to help them scale their businesses and realize their companies’ full potential.
We look for businesses with strong leadership and high potential for profitable growth, and work together to increase year-over-year revenue, company efficiency, and impact. Cordance envisions that all companies we work with achieve their full potential. We embrace what makes each company great and build on those foundations. We believe in elevating a company as it scales, delivering dignity to the organization and its employees, and sharing a passion for building a legacy.
Reporting to the Director of Accounting, the Senior Accountant will be a key contributor to Cordance’s growing finance team, taking full ownership of complex indirect tax functions across multiple U.S. states and international subsidiaries. This role will play a critical part in maintaining compliance with ever-evolving tax regulations, supporting internal and external audits, and ensuring accurate financial reporting related to sales, use, property, and international taxes. The Senior Accountant will also collaborate cross-functionally with internal finance teams and external tax advisors to drive operational efficiency, improve tax processes, and support broader strategic goals, including tax planning, transfer pricing analysis, and partnership-level reporting.
This is a fully remote role; all candidates must be based in the US
What You'll Do:
- Manage indirect tax compliance across 30+ U.S. states and subsidiaries in Canada and New Zealand
- Oversee the company’s sales and use tax operations, including coordination with Avalara
- Administer tax exemption certificate processes for U.S. customers
- Prepare and file other indirect tax returns, including property tax and GST
- Ensure intercompany activity is accurate and aligns with transfer pricing documentation
- Assist with entity-level profit before tax calculations and tax provision workpapers
- Support quarterly and year-end tax projections for the partnership
- Collaborate with external tax advisors on U.S. and foreign income tax return filings, including Schedule K-1s
- Manage tax audits and government correspondence, coordinating with advisors as needed
- Contribute to ongoing transfer pricing analysis and special tax projects
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred
- 2–5+ years of public accounting or directly relevant work experience
- Experienced in multi-state sales tax and corporate income tax return preparation
- Proficient in preparing corporate tax provisions
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
What Will Help You Stand Out:
- Direct experience managing sales and use tax compliance across multiple U.S. states and internationally
- Background in SaaS or software industry tax operations
- Proven ownership of Avalara or similar tax automation tools
- Familiarity with NetSuite for tax-related reporting and reconciliation
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Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes, work on a Corp-to-Corp basis, or engage with non-vetted external agencies.
Why Join Us?
At Cordance, we believe in taking care of our team members. When you join us, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
- Health and Wellness:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Coverage begins on your first day of employment.
- Retirement Savings:
- 401K Plan (US): We match 1:1 for the first 3% of contributions and 0.5:1 for the next 2%. Contribute 5% of your salary and get a 4% match. Choose from pre-tax and Roth options. You’re eligible the first of the month after 90 days and immediately vested.
- RRSP (CAN): We match 1:1 for the first 3% of contributions and 0.5:1 for the next 2%. Contribute 5% of your salary and get a 4% match. Choose from pre-tax and Roth options. You’re eligible the first of the month after 90 days and immediately vested.
- Paid Time Off:
- Flexible PTO: Enjoy uncapped paid time off to balance your work and personal life.
- Parental Leave:
- 12 weeks paid leave for all employees.
- Remote Work Support:
- Monthly Stipend: Receive $75 USD / $140 CAD per month for phone and internet if you work remotely.
- Holidays:
- Generous Holiday Schedule: Benefit from an extensive list of holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
Join us and be part of a company that values your contributions and well-being from day one!
EEOC & ADA Statement:Cordance and its companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, creed, sex, nationality, ancestry, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Cordance and its companies comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources.This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Final candidate must be able to pass a background check.To view applicant notices required under federal and state law, please visit: https://cordance.co/applicant-notices/
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