Job Description
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG) our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact we're the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace and we've been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving and we are too moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing purchase and delivery of a new one. Today tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month and ~30000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus-our employees do too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness collaboration and innovation and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role Overview
The Senior Tax Analyst will report to the Senior Manager Tax Compliance and collaborate with various teams across the business as well as with CarGurus' tax advisors and audit firm. The individual should be a dedicated team member who is able to work independently has an inquisitive nature and possesses superior organizational/analytical skills.
What you'll do
- Oversee federal state and international income tax compliance including data collection tax adjustment computation estimated payment calculations state apportionment analysis return review and return-to-provision calculations.
- Manage tax project responsibilities related to indirect tax compliance including data collection return preparation/review and responding to notices.
- Drive ad hoc projects such as R&D tax credit studies transfer pricing reviews and other emerging projects.
- Manage all income and indirect global tax audits by reviewing audit notices and timely responding to document requests.
- Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740 including data collection tax adjustment calculations deferred tax reconciliations effective tax rate analysis SOX control documentation and tax memo updates for the accurate preparation of the company's SEC disclosures and financial statement footnotes.
- Leverage pre-existing broad technical knowledge and a strong finance background to identify recommend and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency including extensive familiarity with tax provision and sales tax software solutions.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA/MST strongly preferred.
- 4+ years of corporate tax experience in a public accounting firm and/or a US-based public multinational corporation with strong expertise in US GAAP.
- Extensive experience in federal and state tax compliance income tax
- provisioning under ASC 740 and a deep understanding of ever-changing tax laws.
- Must be extremely organized detail-oriented intellectually curious and have very strong problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to
- translate complex tax technical concepts into clear accessible language for non-tax management (including the VP of Accounting/Chief Accounting Officer and relevant accounting team leadership).
- Motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced progressive environment and to manage his/her/their own schedule.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills to influence and drive change within the tax function as well as the other related aspects of the business.
The displayed range represents the expected annual base salary / On-Target Earnings (OTE) for this position. On-Target Earnings (OTE) is inclusive of base salary and on-target commission earnings which applies exclusively to sales roles.
Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills experience and relevant education or training.
This annual base salary forms part of a comprehensive Total Rewards Package. In addition to benefits this role may qualify for discretionary bonuses/incentives and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Position Pay Range
$90000 - $119000 USD
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus' curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation including equity for all employees both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch a new car discount meditation and fitness apps commuting cost coverage and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential-starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin age sex marital status ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status gender identity or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills experiences and unique perspectives. That's why we hope you'll apply even if you don't check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid
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What We Do
Headquartered in Boston Massachusetts CarGurus is the #1 visited digital auto platform in the U.S. for shopping buying and selling new and used vehicles and an award-winning place to work. We give drivers and dealers the confidence to buy or sell cars exactly how they want: online in-person or a combination of both. Our culture fosters kindness collaboration and innovation while empowering Gurus with opportunities and resources to fuel their career growth. We aim to give all people—consumers dealers and our employees—the power to reach their destination.
Why Work With Us
Being a top destination for buying and selling vehicles requires collaboration innovation and fresh perspective. So we empower our Gurus with opportunities and support that help them confidently contribute and continuously grow as their authentic selves. Amazing benefits and perks and development programs underscore our commitment to our people.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Our hybrid working model emphasizes flexibility and open communication. Employees are expected to work with their managers to align on the rhythm that works best for their specific role and teams.
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Date Posted
04/08/2026
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