Tax Manager

About ClickHouse

Recognized on the 2025 Forbes Cloud 100 list, ClickHouse is one of the most innovative and fast-growing private cloud companies. With more than 3,000 customers and ARR that has grown over 250 percent year over year, ClickHouse leads the market in real-time analytics, data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads.

The company’s sustained, accelerating momentum was recently validated by a $400M Series D financing round. Over the past three months, customers including Capital One, Lovable, Decagon, Polymarket, and Airwallex have adopted the platform or expanded existing deployments. These customers join an established base of AI innovators and global brands such as Meta, Cursor, Sony, and Tesla.

We’re on a mission to transform how companies use data. Come be a part of our journey!

We’re looking for a Tax Manager to build and lead ClickHouse’s global tax function as we continue to scale and prepare for public-company readiness. This role will oversee all aspects of tax compliance, reporting, and planning across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll partner closely with Finance, Legal, and external advisors to ensure compliance, manage risk, and implement scalable tax processes that support a growing international footprint and future IPO readiness.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage global income tax compliance, including preparation, review, and coordination with external advisors for U.S. federal, state, and international filings.
• Lead the quarterly and annual income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Develop and maintain tax policies, controls, and documentation to support SOX and public-company requirements.
• Partner with FP&A and Accounting on forecasting, budgeting, and reporting of tax expense and cash taxes.
• Oversee indirect tax (VAT, GST, sales/use tax) compliance and registrations across global jurisdictions, collaborating with external providers as needed.
• Support transfer pricing documentation, intercompany agreements, and related compliance activities.
• Advise on tax implications of new business initiatives, cross-border transactions, and corporate structuring.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and government authorities.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system integrations to streamline tax operations.
• Monitor changes in global tax legislation and assess potential impacts to the business.
• Prepare tax-related materials for management and board reporting, including tax risk assessments and planning initiatives.
• Support special projects such as IPO readiness, legal entity rationalization, and potential M&A due diligence.

What You Bring Along

• 8–10 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or multinational corporate tax, ideally within the SaaS or technology sector.
• CPA or equivalent certification required; MST or JD/LL.M. in Taxation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws, with hands-on experience managing global compliance.
• Deep understanding of ASC 740, tax accounting, and financial statement disclosures.
• Experience supporting pre-IPO or public-company tax operations strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, and Legal teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders.
• Experience with tax provision and compliance systems 
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

The typical starting salary for this role in the US is

$90,100—$156,000 USD

The typical starting salary for this role in US Premium Markets is

$106,000—$183,000 USD

Compensation

For roles based in the United States, the typical starting salary range for this position is listed above. In certain locations, such as the San Francisco Bay Area and the New York City Metro Area, a premium market range may apply, as listed.

These salary ranges reflect what we reasonably and in good faith believe to be the minimum and maximum pay for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation may be higher or lower than the amounts listed, and the ranges may be subject to future adjustments.

An individual’s placement within the range will depend on various factors, including (but not limited to) education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, location, performance, and the needs of the business or organization.

If you have any questions or comments about compensation as a candidate, please get in touch with us at paytransparency@clickhouse.com.

Perks

• Flexible work environment - ClickHouse is a globally distributed company and remote-friendly. We currently operate in 20 countries.
• Healthcare - Employer contributions towards your healthcare.
• Equity in the company - Every new team member who joins our company receives stock options.
• Time off - Flexible time off in the US, generous entitlement in other countries.
• A $500 Home office setup if you’re a remote employee.
• Global Gatherings – We believe in the power of in-person connection and offer opportunities to engage with colleagues at company-wide offsites.

Culture - We All Shape It

As part of our first 500 employees, you will be instrumental in shaping our culture. 

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