At Misson Pet Health, our mission to care for pets and their families drives everything we do. As we rapidly scale toward 1,000 hospitals, our forward-thinking team of more than 20,000 is making bold investments in people, technology, and processes that will prepare us for a future IPO. This is where you come in. In addition to gaining a wealth of Tax experience in a fast-paced and dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in scaling our organization for future success. This is your opportunity to bring attention to detail and a solution-oriented mindset to the team who is committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities: Lead the Company’s Indirect Tax function, including the compliance of sales tax, use tax, personal property tax, and other indirect tax returns across multiple jurisdictions in conjunction with external service providers. Optimize the development, transformation, and implementation of indirect tax compliance processes and technology to enhance automation, accuracy, timeliness, and scalability in reporting. Champion the interpretation and analysis of state and local tax regulations to ensure compliance and minimize tax risks across the organization, including documenting technical research and conclusions. Manage indirect tax audits and inquiries, including strategy, data gathering, analysis, and communication with tax authorities. Manage tax notices, refund claims, and compliance inquiries through automation and scalable technology. Manage the Company’s exemption certificate process, including validation, storage, and retention to support tax compliance and audit readiness. Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding taxability of transactions, contracts, and business initiatives. Partner with our M&A and Integration Teams on sales and use tax diligence, risk identification, and subsequent post-close integration. Oversee the indirect tax accounting function, including the accuracy of payment remittances, accruals, and account reconciliations. Maintain strong internal controls and succinct process documentation across all indirect tax functions. Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assessing their impact on the organization and providing guidance to key stakeholders .

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s preferred Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification required Ten+ years of experience in Indirect Industry Taxation or Public Accounting with Indirect Specialty in Sales, Use, Personal Property, and other Experience with multi-site, multi-jurisdictional indirect tax reporting. Ability to multitask and prioritize competing initiatives to work effectively in a deadline-oriented environment Significant experience with sales and use tax software platforms/ engines and tax automation tools. Advance skills in the Microsoft Office suite are required, including the management of large data sets, with the ability to learn new technical skills and systems related to the job Strong change management skills to continuously improve and transform the Company’s indirect tax function for scalability, automation, and enhanced reporting/ compliance. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

How You're Supported As part of the Mission Pet Health Home Office team, you'll be joining a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting our hospital teams and shaping the future of veterinary medicine. Competitive Compensation A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Total Wellbeing Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc. Financial Health Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options. Commitment to Growth Benefit from significant opportunities for upward mobility and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization. A Collaborative Culture Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals and a Home Office team that lives by our WAG values. Valuable Perks Enjoy generous paid time off and company-wide holidays, discounted veterinary care for your pets, and access to an online discount platform. About Mission Pet Health Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at  missionpethealth.com . Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values –  Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.