Senior Tax Manager

fal is the generative media ecosystem powering the next generation of AI products. We build the infrastructure, tools, and model access that teams need to move from idea to production, and do it at scale without compromise. For developers and enterprises, fal is the foundation that makes generative media not just possible, but practical: a unified platform where high-performance inference, orchestration, and observability come together to unlock new categories of AI-native products. As generative media reshapes industries across a market projected to grow by hundreds of billions over the next decade, fal is becoming the ecosystem that ambitious teams build on. The Role We’re looking for a hands-on, strategic Senior Tax Manager to own and scale all aspects of our corporate tax function. This role will be responsible for managing compliance, provision, planning, and strategy across direct and indirect taxes, while partnering closely with Finance, Legal, and external advisors. This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to build tax infrastructure from the ground up. Responsibilities U.S. Tax Compliance & Reporting Manage U.S. federal, state, and local income tax compliance. Oversee sales and use tax compliance, nexus analysis, and indirect tax obligations. Review and coordinate preparation of tax returns with external advisors. Manage quarterly and annual tax provisions under ASC 740. Support audits and inquiries from tax authorities. International Tax Lead international tax planning and compliance across global operations. Evaluate tax implications of new market entry, legal entity formation, and international expansion. Manage transfer pricing policies, documentation, and intercompany transactions. Coordinate foreign tax filings and compliance with local advisors. Assess permanent establishment, withholding tax, VAT/GST, and digital services tax exposures. Monitor evolving global tax regulations and support cash movement, and cross-border structuring strategies. Indirect Tax (Sales & Use Tax) Oversee sales and use tax compliance, including nexus analysis and registration Implement and optimize sales tax processes and systems Monitor evolving tax obligations related to our products Tax Audit Manage tax audits and inquiries from federal, state, and local authorities Coordinate responses and maintain supporting documentation Mitigate risk and ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations Cross-Functional Partnership Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and Billing teams on tax implications of business decisions Provide guidance on equity compensation tax matters, payroll tax considerations, and global mobility (as applicable) Systems & Process Improvement Build scalable tax processes, controls, and documentation Evaluate and implement tax technology solutions Improve data flows between accounting systems and tax processes Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Tax preferred) CPA required 7–10+ years of progressive tax experience (mix of Big 4/public accounting and in-house preferred) Strong experience with: Corporate income tax (multi-state) ASC 740 tax provision Sales & use tax compliance Experience in tech, AI, or high-growth startup environments strongly preferred Familiarity with international tax concepts (transfer pricing, foreign subsidiaries) is preferred Experience with tax software What We’re Looking For Builder mindset: comfortable creating processes from scratch Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to operate both strategically and tactically Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax stakeholders Adaptability in a fast-moving, ambiguous startup environment Why Join Us Opportunity to build and own the tax function at a high-growth AI company Work alongside a world-class team in AI and engineering Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits Direct impact on company strategy and growth Compensation $200,000 - $250,000 + equity + comprehensive benefits package Location This role is onsite in our downtown San Francisco HQ Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape the finance foundation of a high-growth AI startup. Work with a collaborative, mission-driven team. Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits. High autonomy and real ownership over core financial analysis.