SoftBank Robotics America · 1 month ago
Sr. Finance Systems & Tax Operations Lead
San Francisco,CA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSoftBank Robotics America is a dynamic leader in workforce automation, focused on shaping the future with artificial intelligence and robotics. They are seeking a Sr. Finance Systems & Tax Operations Lead to oversee the integrity, compliance, and scalability of their finance technology stack and end-to-end tax operations, ensuring accurate and efficient financial workflows.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Oversee the configuration, governance, and process integrity of finance systems (e.g., Zuora, ERP modules, tax engines)
Review system administrator work, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with Finance policies
Drive enhancements to billing, invoicing, taxation, and revenue workflows
Lead implementation of new finance system features, integrations, and process automations
Serve as Finance’s subject matter expert for Zuora and related O2C systems
Manage end-to-end tax operations, including: Local indirect taxes (sales tax, VAT, GST, excise) and Income taxes (corporate, withholding, or other local tax obligations)
Ensure timely tax filings, remittances, and reconciliations with accounting systems
Maintain accurate tax rules in billing systems and ensure audit readiness
Monitor changes in tax regulations across jurisdictions and implement updates in systems and processes
Support tax implications for new products, geographies, and deal structures
Establish and maintain internal controls over billing, taxation, and system changes
Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate revenue recognition and tax reporting
Prepare documentation for audits (internal, external, SOX)
Ensure invoicing, system configurations, and tax treatments adhere to global and local regulatory requirements
Partner with Sales Ops, Rev Ops, Engineering, and Product on pricing, billing workflows, and new product launches
Provide guidance on taxability, invoicing structure, and revenue implications for non-standard deals
Act as escalation point for complex billing, tax, and system issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or Business
5+ years in Finance Operations, Tax Operations, RevOps, or Financial Systems roles
Experience with Zuora, ERP SAP, and tax engine Avalara
Strong understanding of local indirect taxes (sales tax and Nexus) and income taxes
Knowledge of Order-to-Cash processes, revenue recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15), and audit compliance
Ability to interpret contracts and assess revenue/tax implications
Excellent critical thinking skills with a process-driven mindset
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Experience in SaaS, technology, or multi-entity environments
Prior involvement in system implementations, automation, or process improvements
Knowledge of USA tax regulations, Nexus rules, and cross-border compliance
Company
SoftBank Robotics America
SoftBank Robotics America (SBRA) is the North American arm of SoftBank Robotics, driving technology forward by becoming a worldwide leader in robotics solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Trowbridge
Vice President, Head of Sales, Marketing, & Partnerships
Kate Kidd
Director of GTM Strategy & Partner Enablement
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