--- title: 'Senior Tax Analyst at Topstep' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-tax-analyst-topstep-canada-8dc9f619yz6m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Senior Tax Analyst at Topstep - **Company:** Topstep - **Location:** Canada - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-10-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/topsteptrader/jobs/8020354003 ## Job description Summary Topstep is seeking a hands-on Senior Tax Analyst to support its growing U.S. and international tax function. This individual contributor role will be a key member of the Finance team and will help build a scalable, well-controlled in-house tax compliance function. The role will initially focus on recurring indirect tax compliance across U.S. sales and use tax, Canada GST/HST, EU VAT/OSS, Australia GST, and New Zealand GST, with responsibility expanding as Topstep registers and becomes compliant in additional jurisdictions. The Senior Tax Analyst will work closely with the Tax Director, Accounting, Treasury, People/Payroll, Legal, Operations, Avalara, and external tax advisors to ensure accurate filings, timely payments, complete journal entries and reconciliations, and strong supporting documentation. A key near-term objective is to support the transition of recurring indirect tax compliance in-house beginning with the January 2027 compliance cycle. ## Key Responsibilities - Own and support recurring indirect tax compliance across U.S. sales and use tax, Canada GST/HST, EU VAT/OSS, Australia GST, New Zealand GST, and additional jurisdictions as the compliance footprint expands. - Support the transition of recurring indirect tax compliance from external providers to the internal tax function beginning with the January 2027 compliance cycle. - Prepare monthly and quarterly tax returns and supporting workpapers; ensure filings and related tax payments are completed accurately and on time. - Extract, validate, and reconcile tax data from NetSuite, Avalara, payment processors, and other source systems, and investigate differences between tax collected, reported, paid, and general ledger balances. - Prepare indirect tax journal entries, accruals, true-ups, and balance sheet account reconciliations, and maintain complete filing and payment support. - Maintain the tax compliance calendar, registrations, filing frequencies, portal access, tax IDs, deadlines, and filing/payment confirmations. - Coordinate with Avalara and external advisors on filings, data requests, notices, registrations, taxability matters, and open compliance issues. - Assist with responses to state, federal, and international tax notices, audits, and information requests, including maintaining an organized record of correspondence and resolutions. - Coordinate data gathering and workpaper support for federal, state, and international direct tax compliance, including returns, extensions, estimated payments, and tax provision support performed with external advisors. - Provide support to People/Payroll on state tax registrations, payroll tax notices, withholding compliance, and related filings as needed. - Research taxability, nexus, filing requirements, and new jurisdiction obligations and support implementation of new registrations and compliance processes. - Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, documentation, controls, and automation, including effective use of Avalara, NetSuite, and other tax technology. - Partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Treasury, People/Payroll, and Operations on tax-related matters and support forecasting, exposure analyses, and other ad hoc tax projects. Required Qualifications and Key Competencies - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field. - 4-7 years of progressive tax experience in a corporate, public accounting, or advisory environment. - Strong hands-on tax compliance, reconciliation, and Excel skills, with the ability to manage recurring monthly and quarterly deadlines across multiple jurisdictions. - Experience with U.S. sales and use tax and/or international VAT/GST compliance strongly preferred. - Experience with Avalara and NetSuite, including tax data extraction, reconciliation, or compliance workflows, strongly preferred. - Experience supporting corporate income tax compliance and coordinating with external tax advisors preferred. - CPA, EA, MST, or similar tax/accounting credential preferred but not required. - Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with high attention to detail and accountability for personal deliverables. - Ability to operate as a hands-on individual contributor, prioritize competing deadlines, document processes, and collaborate effectively across Finance, Accounting, Legal, Treasury, People/Payroll, Operations, and external advisors. Company Culture & Perks - Topstep is an engaging working environment which ranges from fully remote to hybrid. We foster a culture of collaboration with cameras on during meetings and a robust Slack environment for communication. - Holidays provided in accordance with applicable provincial minimum employment standards legislation. Paid time off is front-loaded. - Competitive RRSP matching, health, dental, and vision insurance is offered for full time employees. - Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days. Employee referrals are bonused. Topstep offers a food and groceries budget and contributes towards health and wellness. New Hire Base Salary Range - $135,166.00 - $170,736.00 CAD annually. - Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. - The compensation offered will take into account internal compensation structure and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. ## Equal Opportunity Employer Topstep is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are valued. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, in compliance with applicable human rights legislation. Use of Artificial Intelligence The Company does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants. Nature of Position This posting is for an existing vacancy. Interested in the role? Apply today with your resume! At this time, immigration sponsorship is not available for this position (including H-1B, STEM OPT training plans, etc.). The collection, use, and handling of your data provided in response to this job posting is described further in our Privacy Policy. If you are a California resident, please review our California Notice at Collection. Notice of Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment and Hiring: Notice Pursuant to 775 ILCS 5/2-102(L). Topstep LLC uses artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. Examples include, but are not limited to, AI tools used to improve job descriptions, generate interview questions, draft communications, assist with scheduling, and source candidates, as well as AI features built into third-party platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor. Topstep will not use AI that has the effect of subjecting employees or applicants to discrimination on the basis of any protected class under the Illinois Human Rights Act. The collection, use, and handling of your data provided in response to this job posting is described further in our [Privacy Policy](https://www.topstep.com/job-candidate-privacy-notice). If you are a California resident, please review our [California Notice at Collection](https://www.topstep.com/job-candidate-privacy-notice#info-for-california-residents). ## About Topstep ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Topstep is a proprietary trading firm that provides simulated evaluation and funded trading programs, along with a futures brokerage and educational media, to help traders build discipline and earn capital. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Chicago, Illinois, United States - **Founded**: 2010 (as Patak Trading Partners); Topstep entity established 2012 - **Founders**: Michael Patak ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Financial Services – Proprietary Trading, Futures Brokerage, Trading Education - **Target customers**: B2C – individual retail traders and aspiring funded traders (B2B component for brokerage services) - **Mission or purpose statement**: “To turn market access into opportunity to learn, trade, and earn profits more safely whether you trade our money or your own.” ## Products & Services - **Topstep Trader (Prop Firm)**: A simulated evaluation program where traders prove their discipline and risk management to earn the opportunity to trade live futures markets with the firm’s capital. Traders keep up to 90% of profits and receive weekly payouts. - **Topstep Brokerage**: A registered futures introducing broker (NFA ID# 0567079, CFTC registered) that allows traders to trade live markets with their own capital, with the option to directly transfer prop earnings from the Topstep program. - **TopstepX**: A proprietary trading platform built for futures traders, featuring TradingView charts, real-time CME data, and customizable risk management tools. - **TopstepTV**: A digital media network delivering live market education, analysis, and entertainment to the global trading community. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (privately held) - **Key Metric**: $1.4B+ paid out to prop firm traders (cumulative); annual revenue reported as $4.0M by third-party data (conflicting – likely understated; actual revenue not disclosed) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external funding rounds disclosed; firm is bootstrapped. Key partners include TradingView (chart integration), CME Group (data feeds). - **Growth Signals**: 52.1% year-over-year headcount growth (2,125 employees); 174,000+ members on Discord; 27,533 LinkedIn followers (+58.8% YoY); acquired TS TFD Buyer, LLC (April 2026); 15 active job openings with +150% monthly posting growth. ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover in the prop trading combine space** – Topstep claims to have created the retail funded‑trader model. - **Integrated ecosystem** – Combines evaluation, brokerage, trading platform, and education in one platform, enabling seamless progression from simulated to live trading. - **Trader-first philosophy** – Emphasis on discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement, supported by a strong community and 24/7 support. - **High retention and employee satisfaction** – Employer rating of 4.6/5 on Glassdoor (88 reviews), with culture scored 4.6 and work-life balance 4.7. ## Strategic Focus - **Expanding the brokerage business** – Topstep Brokerage aims to make futures trading more accessible and integrate seamlessly with the prop firm program. - **Deepening educational content** – TopstepTV and live coaching are central to building trader habits and loyalty. - **Technology enhancement** – Continued investment in the TopstepX platform and data infrastructure (e.g., hiring Senior Data Engineer, Staff Platform Engineer). - **International growth** – Operates in 95+ countries; headcount growth driven by remote and global hiring. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: People-first, accountability, continuous improvement, and diverse perspectives are core values. Rating 4.6/5 for culture. - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Not explicitly stated, but the workforce spans 95 countries with 1,238 employees in the US (Chicago headquarters). Likely a hybrid or remote-friendly model. - **Notable Perks**: Fast-paced, growth-oriented environment; opportunity to work in a fintech company that created its own market category. Recent job postings include roles in engineering, risk, compliance, and product. - **Engineering Culture**: High emphasis on technology – open roles for Senior Software Engineer, Staff Platform Engineer, Senior Mobile Engineer, and Senior Data Engineer. The tech stack is modern (TypeScript, full stack, data engineering). ## Sources 1. [topstep.com](https://www.topstep.com/about-us) 2. [topstep.com](https://www.topstep.com) 3. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/topstep) 4. 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