Senior Tax Manager, SoundCloud
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Next-generation music entertainment ecosystem
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Next-generation music entertainment ecosystem
501-1000 employees
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More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To empower the world's audio creators with the best tools, services and resources to build and grow their careers.
Role
Who you are
- Extensive experience within a tax department of a multinational corporation or a top-tier tax consultancy firm, with a proven track record of managing complex tax operations
- In-depth knowledge of German and international tax laws and basic accounting knowledge (HGB and IFRS), with the ability to navigate and influence tax policies within a global context
- Advanced skills in MS Excel and familiarity with tax software and financial systems, enabling you to analyze and present complex data effectively
- Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken. You possess an exceptional communication style that allows you to convey complex tax concepts clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions
- A strategic mindset with a passion for continuous improvement, comfortable in a fast-paced environment where success is measured by tangible outcomes and innovative solutions
What the job involves
- As a Group Tax Manager at SoundCloud, you will be a key strategic partner within our Berlin headquarters, playing a crucial role in the evolution and success of our global tax function
- In this senior position, you’ll manage the company’s global tax strategy, ensuring compliance with international tax laws and regulations and optimizing our tax position, working closely with the Director of Tax and other senior stakeholders
- You will also be responsible for identifying and implementing tax processes and solutions that meet regulatory and governance standards
- This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive impactful tax-related initiatives, shape our tax processes, and lead complex projects across multiple jurisdictions that align with SoundCloud’s dynamic growth and global presence
- It's a chance to leverage your deep knowledge and experience to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge and fast-paced environment
- Manage and oversee the group’s global tax compliance obligations, including preparing and submitting corporate tax returns, VAT/GST filings, and WHT filings, ensuring precision and compliance across all jurisdictions
- Ensure proper processing of indirect and withholding taxes internationally, with a high motivation to drive automation and process improvements and optimize efficiency
- Spearheaded the development of tax compliance strategies at SoundCloud, setting new standards, and establishing comprehensive tax guidelines that align with our global operations
- Collaborate with Finance teams within annual financial audits and support tax audits, ensuring thorough preparation and successful outcomes
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams on tax-related matters/projects and act as a proactive business partner to provide tax advice on business initiatives, M&A transactions, and expansions, providing strategic insights that support business objectives
Our take
Founded in 2007, SoundCloud saw the need for an artist-first platform. They set out to empower independent artists and equip them with the necessary tools and resources to build and grow their careers.
SoundCloud has over 40 million artists on the platform (in comparison to Spotify's 11 million), making them the biggest audio discovery platform in a large and growing market. According to Midia Research, the independent artist market is bound to see unhindered revenue growth for the next few years.
The company plans to scale up its audience and expand its services through new offerings such as the SoundCloud "roster". This is a tier system that provides significant creative and financial resources, as well as financial and marketing support to artists (essentially rivaling large-scale record companies). While artists will maintain ownership of their copyrights they are to be represented by SoundCloud.
SoundCloud's expansion into new markets and regions is still full steam ahead. Through acquisitions, partnerships and even better product offerings, SoundCloud is bent on cementing its standing as every creator's springboard.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Feb 2020
$75m
SERIES G
Aug 2017
$170m
SERIES F
Total funding: $463.7m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Generous professional development allowance
- Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness benefit!
- Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually
- 16 paid weeks for all parents (birthing and non-birthing), regardless of gender, to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children
- Various snacks, goodies, and 2 free lunches weekly when at the office
Company HQ
Mitte, Berlin, BE
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Leadership
Alexander Ljung
(Chairman)Served as CEO of SoundCloud for 10 years, becoming Chairman in 2017. Has gone onto co-found Dance.
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