What You’ll Do:
Strategic Leadership & Ownership
Own Navan’s global indirect tax function, including VAT, Sales & Use Tax, and other transactional and gross receipts taxes.
Act as the primary indirect tax subject matter expert, partnering closely with the Head of Tax and the broader tax organization to align on strategy, risk, and priorities.
Develop and execute scalable indirect tax strategies that support Navan’s growth, new product offerings, and global expansion.
Document and maintain clear, defensible tax positions and technical analyses.
Manage the indirect tax compliance calendar and ensure accurate and timely filings globally.
Review monthly indirect tax accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries in accordance with ASC 450, IAS 37, and applicable local GAAP.
Monitor and review sales tax nexus and fixed establishment positions on a quarterly basis.
Identify, assess, and document potential indirect tax exposures and uncertain tax positions.
Lead global indirect tax audits, notices, and inquiries, including audit defense and coordination with external advisors.
Technology, Automation & Process Improvement
Lead the optimization, and ongoing management of indirect tax technology and tax engines.
Partner with Finance, Business Systems, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot tax engine and ERP integration issues.
Drive automation and continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Assist in designing and maintaining effective internal controls for indirect tax processes.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure proper indirect tax treatment of existing and new products.
Support product launches, pricing changes, and business initiatives by defining indirect tax requirements.
Review customer-facing documents, including invoices and contracts, to ensure regional compliance and appropriate indirect tax language.
Partner with Customer Service and Go-to-Market teams to develop customer communications related to VAT and sales tax.
Team Leadership & External Management
Lead and mentor indirect tax team members responsible for compliance and special projects.
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and compliance service providers.
Global Expansion Support
Support international expansion by researching indirect tax requirements in new.
Manage new tax registrations, licenses, and ongoing compliance obligations.
Stay current on global indirect tax developments and proactively assess impacts to Navan’s business.
What We’re Looking For:
8–10+ years of indirect tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s in Taxation and/or CPA preferred.
Strong technical expertise in U.S. Sales & Use Tax and international VAT/GST regimes.
Proven experience implementing and managing sales tax engines and integrating them with ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus).
Experience supporting SaaS, technology, or digital products; travel industry experience is a plus.
Excellent tax research, documentation, and analytical skills.
Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax stakeholders.
Comfortable operating independently while remaining aligned with the broader tax strategy in a high-growth environment.
Pay Range
$138,750 — $246,000 USD
About Navan Navan is the leading all-in-one business travel and expense management solution that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com.
Navan provides a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and financial security. Our offerings include generous medical plans, dental, and vision benefits with premiums covered by Navan, as well as various insurance options designed to cover each family's needs. We also prioritize your holistic wellness with perks like paid parental and bereavement leave, subsidized commuter benefits, mental health support, connectivity stipends, and even pet insurance.
Workplace Policy Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that is sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. Perks such as lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. We prioritize in-person connections and operate on a four-day-in-office work model. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office.
Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring.
Accommodations Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law.
Please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice here.
Job Search Best Practices We have been made aware of recruitment scams involving fraudulent attemptsto lure job seekers into sending money or personal information in returnfor fake job offers or coerce them into purchasing equipment by electronicfunds transfer (Zelle, Venmo, etc.) Legitimate Navan recruiters will neverask for money in any recruitment or onboarding activities. All available job openings at Navan will be posted on Navan’s website and all Navan recruiters will be reachable through an email address ending in “@navan.com” or “@navan.tech” or "@talent.navan.com".
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Own Navan’s global indirect tax function, including VAT, Sales & Use Tax, and other transactional and gross receipts taxes.
Act as the primary indirect tax subject matter expert, partnering closely with the Head of Tax and the broader tax organization to align on strategy, risk, and priorities.
Develop and execute scalable indirect tax strategies that support Navan’s growth, new product offerings, and global expansion.
Document and maintain clear, defensible tax positions and technical analyses.
Manage the indirect tax compliance calendar and ensure accurate and timely filings globally.
Review monthly indirect tax accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries in accordance with ASC 450, IAS 37, and applicable local GAAP.
Monitor and review sales tax nexus and fixed establishment positions on a quarterly basis.
Identify, assess, and document potential indirect tax exposures and uncertain tax positions.
Lead global indirect tax audits, notices, and inquiries, including audit defense and coordination with external advisors.
Technology, Automation & Process Improvement
Lead the optimization, and ongoing management of indirect tax technology and tax engines.
Partner with Finance, Business Systems, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot tax engine and ERP integration issues.
Drive automation and continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Assist in designing and maintaining effective internal controls for indirect tax processes.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure proper indirect tax treatment of existing and new products.
Support product launches, pricing changes, and business initiatives by defining indirect tax requirements.
Review customer-facing documents, including invoices and contracts, to ensure regional compliance and appropriate indirect tax language.
Partner with Customer Service and Go-to-Market teams to develop customer communications related to VAT and sales tax.
Team Leadership & External Management
Lead and mentor indirect tax team members responsible for compliance and special projects.
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and compliance service providers.
Global Expansion Support
Support international expansion by researching indirect tax requirements in new.
Manage new tax registrations, licenses, and ongoing compliance obligations.
Stay current on global indirect tax developments and proactively assess impacts to Navan’s business.
What We’re Looking For:
8–10+ years of indirect tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s in Taxation and/or CPA preferred.
Strong technical expertise in U.S. Sales & Use Tax and international VAT/GST regimes.
Proven experience implementing and managing sales tax engines and integrating them with ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus).
Experience supporting SaaS, technology, or digital products; travel industry experience is a plus.
Excellent tax research, documentation, and analytical skills.
Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax stakeholders.
Comfortable operating independently while remaining aligned with the broader tax strategy in a high-growth environment.
Pay Range
$138,750 — $246,000 USD
About Navan Navan is the leading all-in-one business travel and expense management solution that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com.
Navan provides a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and financial security. Our offerings include generous medical plans, dental, and vision benefits with premiums covered by Navan, as well as various insurance options designed to cover each family's needs. We also prioritize your holistic wellness with perks like paid parental and bereavement leave, subsidized commuter benefits, mental health support, connectivity stipends, and even pet insurance.
Workplace Policy Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that is sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. Perks such as lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. We prioritize in-person connections and operate on a four-day-in-office work model. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office.
Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring.
Accommodations Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law.
Please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice here.
Job Search Best Practices We have been made aware of recruitment scams involving fraudulent attemptsto lure job seekers into sending money or personal information in returnfor fake job offers or coerce them into purchasing equipment by electronicfunds transfer (Zelle, Venmo, etc.) Legitimate Navan recruiters will neverask for money in any recruitment or onboarding activities. All available job openings at Navan will be posted on Navan’s website and all Navan recruiters will be reachable through an email address ending in “@navan.com” or “@navan.tech” or "@talent.navan.com".
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