About the job
Paddle provides payment infrastructure for digital product companies as a Merchant of Record, handling the full payment process for clients. With support from investors such as KKR, FTV Capital, Kindred, Notion, and 83North, Paddle serves over 5,000 software sellers across 245 territories.
Role overview
The Tax Specialist position sits within Paddle’s expanding tax team and reports to the regional tax manager. Tax plays a central role in Paddle’s business, and this role ensures compliance and accuracy in tax accounting and reporting. The Tax Specialist works closely with colleagues around the world, covering both direct and indirect tax matters.
Success in this position requires the ability to work independently, manage tax processes end-to-end, and carefully review work. Strong technical knowledge of tax laws and accounting standards is essential. The Tax Specialist also provides guidance to other teams and helps mentor peers.
Main responsibilities
- Prepare indirect tax returns for Paddle in multiple territories, including related filings, payments, accounting entries, and audit support.
- Assist with direct tax return preparation for Paddle entities, including tax payments and accounting entries.
- Support transfer pricing adjustments, R&D claims, withholding tax, e-invoicing, and other tax planning activities.
- Lead special projects such as establishing new corporate structures or registrations, and respond to ad hoc tax questions from Paddle’s clients.
- Provide tax guidance and support to teams across the business as needed.
Location
This role is based in the UK, with the primary office located in London.
