Application Guide

How to Apply for Indirect Tax Process Improvement Lead (Remote)

at SOLV Energy

🏢 About SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy is a pioneer in the solar energy industry, driving large-scale projects across North America to create cleaner power and brighter futures. The company's commitment to sustainability and innovation makes it an exciting place for professionals passionate about renewable energy and process excellence.

About This Role

This role is central to scaling SOLV Energy's solar EPC operations by transforming indirect tax processes (sales & use, property tax) from fragmented to standardized, SOX-compliant workflows. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, partner with IT on tax technology implementation, and directly support the company's rapid growth in a remote, high-impact position.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing current indirect tax processes for a new solar project in Texas, identifying bottlenecks in sales & use tax data flow, then meeting with IT to prioritize a Vertex integration. You'd also prepare control documentation for an upcoming SOX audit and collaborate with the property tax team to standardize reporting across 10 states.

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🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For

  • 7+ years of U.S. indirect tax experience, specifically in sales & use tax and/or property tax, with deep knowledge of multi-state tax complexities in construction or services environments.
  • Proven track record in process improvement and standardization across multiple business units or projects, ideally in a rapidly scaling company.
  • Hands-on experience designing and implementing SOX controls for indirect tax processes, including supporting external audits.
  • Strong technical aptitude with experience implementing tax software (Vertex, Avalara) within ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and collaborating with IT teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy

1

Highlight specific process improvement projects where you standardized indirect tax workflows across multiple states or business units, quantifying efficiency gains or error reductions.

2

Emphasize any experience with solar, construction, or EPC industries, even tangentially, to show industry alignment.

3

Detail your role in SOX control design and audit support, including examples of controls you created and how they were tested.

4

Mention specific tax technology implementations you've led or contributed to, including the software (Vertex, Avalara) and ERP integration.

5

Tailor your resume to use keywords from the job description like 'end-to-end process improvement', 'multi-state sales & use tax', and 'scalable growth'.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for renewable energy and how this role aligns with your career goals to drive sustainable impact through tax process innovation.', 'Specific examples of process improvement successes in indirect tax, particularly in multi-state or construction contexts.', 'Your experience with SOX controls and tax technology, demonstrating ability to partner with IT and implement solutions.', "How your background in standardizing processes across projects or states can directly support SOLV Energy's scalable growth."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore SOLV Energy's project portfolio and geographic footprint to understand the multi-state tax complexity they face.
  • → Read about the company's culture and values, especially their commitment to sustainability and innovation.
  • → Look into recent news or press releases about SOLV Energy's growth, new projects, or partnerships to show awareness during interviews.
  • → Understand the basics of solar EPC operations and typical indirect tax issues in construction (e.g., materials vs. services, prevailing wage exemptions).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a time you improved an indirect tax process. What was the process, what changes did you make, and what was the measurable impact?
2 How have you designed SOX controls for sales & use tax? Can you give an example of a control you implemented and how you ensured its effectiveness?
3 Describe your experience with tax technology implementation. Have you worked with Vertex or Avalara? How did you collaborate with IT?
4 This role requires standardizing processes across multiple states and business units. How would you approach gaining buy-in from stakeholders?
5 Given SOLV Energy's rapid growth in solar EPC, how would you ensure our indirect tax processes scale effectively?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention renewable energy or SOLV Energy specifically.
  • Focusing only on tax compliance experience without demonstrating process improvement or technology implementation skills.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of SOX control design or audit support in your resume or interview.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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