Tax Analyst, International
SpaceX · Not provided by source
MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 12, 2026.
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Job details
- Work model
- Not provided by source
- Salary
- $85,000 – $120,000 per year
- Location
- Hawthorne, CA
Hiring context
How this role compares at SpaceX
SpaceX has 2,405 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 11 job families, and 456 of them are in data & analytics. 198 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 8%.
This role's posted range of $85,000 – $120,000 per year sits above 4% of the 195 other SpaceX roles quoted over the same currency and period.
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What the role asks for
What you'd do
- Data preparation and coordination with external service providers for preparation of both direct and indirect tax returns, as well as month-end financial reporting activities
- Ensure that existing jurisdictions in which Starlink has operations are compliant with local tax requirements and e-invoicing requirements
- Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams (operations, commercial, legal, customs, treasury, accounting, finance) and other stakeholders to build a strong network across these departments and with external resources to ensure compliance with local legislation
- Coordinate tax payments, including monitoring payment dates, calculating correct payment amounts, and ensuring payments are properly recorded in the books
- Assist with maintaining tax records, legal agreements, customs, and transfer pricing documentation
- Assist with notices/audits received from various taxing authorities
- Provide support as needed on ad hoc projects
What they're asking for
- Bachelor's degreeEducation
- 2+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting and/or multinational corporationExperience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or taxEducationPreferred
- Prior experience at Big 4 accounting firm or multinational companiesSkillPreferred
- Demonstrated understanding of indirect tax compliance for digital services, satellite communications, or imported hardware in multiple jurisdictionsSkillPreferred
- Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in work processesSkillPreferred
- Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively as well as independentlySkillPreferred
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekend when needed to meet critical deadlinesSkillPreferred
- This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote or hybrid work will not be consideredSkillPreferred
Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.
Job description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. TAX ANALYST, INTERNATIONAL SpaceX is seeking to add a tax analyst to work on U.S. and local country tax matters for SpaceX subsidiaries worldwide as we expand our Starlink business. The tax analyst will be part of the international tax team located in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Data preparation and coordination with external service providers for preparation of both direct and indirect tax returns, as well as month-end financial reporting activities • Ensure that existing jurisdictions in which Starlink has operations are compliant with local tax requirements and e-invoicing requirements • Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams (operations, commercial, legal, customs, treasury, accounting, finance) and other stakeholders to build a strong network across these departments and with external resources to ensure compliance with local legislation • Coordinate tax payments, including monitoring payment dates, calculating correct payment amounts, and ensuring payments are properly recorded in the books • Assist with maintaining tax records, legal agreements, customs, and transfer pricing documentation • Assist with notices/audits received from various taxing authorities • Provide support as needed on ad hoc projects BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree • 2+ years of combined tax experience in public accounting and/or multinational corporation PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in accounting or tax • Prior experience at Big 4 accounting firm or multinational companies • Understanding of e-invoicing requirements and VAT/GST • Demonstrated understanding of indirect tax compliance for digital services, satellite communications, or imported hardware in multiple jurisdictions • Familiarity with transfer pricing • Data analytics skills, knowledge of Microsoft Excel, OneSource, Alteryx, and SQL • Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in work processes • Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively as well as independently • French or Portuguese is a plus ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Willingness to work extended hours and weekend when needed to meet critical deadlines • This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote or hybrid work will not be considered COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Tax Analyst: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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