Tax Lead / Manager / SME (US Taxation)

Hiring: Tax Lead / Manager / SME (US Taxation) — Individual Contributor

Bangalore (Night Shift – US Coverage)

Calpion Inc. | calpion.com

About Calpion

Calpion is an 18-year-old, Dallas-headquartered technology company specializing in AI, ML, RPA, cloud services, Salesforce solutions, and automated healthcare billing platforms. We work with global clients to transform operations using advanced technology and automation.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and self-driven Tax Lead / Manager / SME to join our Finance & Taxation team. This senior individual-contributor role will own end-to-end U.S. taxation across Federal, State, Local, and Sales & Use Tax. If you are a go-getter with deep U.S. tax expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally, this role is for you.

What You'll Own

US Federal, State & Local Taxes

• Prepare & review all U.S. federal, state, and local tax returns
• Manage ASC 740 tax provisions, deferred taxes & FIN 48
• Lead compliance, audits, and technical research with external advisors
• Track regulatory changes & recommend strategies

Sales & Use Tax

• Manage multi-state sales & use tax compliance
• Oversee tax engines (Avalara, Vertex) and system configurations
• Maintain exemption certificates & audit-ready documentation

Strategic Tax Planning

• Lead tax planning initiatives across the business
• Advise business units on tax impacts of transactions & operational changes
• Support M&A due diligence, structuring & integration

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (Master's in Taxation or CPA preferred)
• 8+ years of solid U.S. tax experience (Big 4 or MNC preferred)
• Deep knowledge of U.S. federal income tax, state/franchise tax, and S&U tax
• Hands-on experience with tax software and automation tools
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment

Preferred

• Experience in SaaS or tech companies
• Exposure to international tax
• Process improvement & tax automation familiarity

Why Join Calpion

Work with a high-performing global team

Collaborate directly with senior leadership

Make a strategic impact on tax planning & compliance

Grow in a performance-driven, respectful, and inclusive culture

Interested Apply or DM us to learn more.

Let's build the future together at Calpion!