Description

Keeper Security is hiring an experienced Tax Associate to support our Finance team. This can be a 100% remote position from select locations, with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the Chicago, IL metro area.

Keeper’s cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations globally. Keeper is published in 23 languages and is sold in over 150 countries. Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and be responsible for supporting our tax compliance, reporting and financial processes!

About Keeper

Keeper Security is a leading cybersecurity software company that protects thousands of organizations and millions of people in more than 150 countries. Keeper delivers a powerful zero-trust and zero-knowledge solution built to meet the stringent requirements of federal IT environments. Its flagship offering, KeeperPAM®, is an AI-enabled, cloud-native platform that protects users, devices, and critical infrastructure from cyber attacks. Recognized in the Gartner® Magic QuadrantTM for Privileged Access Management (PAM), Keeper combines robust compliance with unmatched visibility and control. With industry-leading certifications, including FedRAMP High and GovRAMP Moderate Authorization, Keeper provides the security assurance public sector organizations require. Learn why federal agencies, including NASA and the DOJ, trust Keeper to defend against today’s sophisticated adversaries at KeeperSecurity.com.

About the Role

We are expanding our Corporate Finance team and seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Tax Associate to join us as we scale globally. This role will be responsible for supporting various tax compliance, research, and reporting activities. You will play a key role in leading the domestic and foreign tax return preparation process, including federal, state and local income tax returns, in accordance with ASC 740, while being exposed to various other areas of taxation. The person in this role reports to the Senior Manager – Global Tax Compliance.

Responsibilities

Manage the income tax compliance and tax provision process, including quarterly and annual preparation and analysis of the ASC 740 provisions in support of our tax, accounting and financial reporting processes
Work closely with the tax and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting of income taxes in compliance with ASC 740
Assist in the review of the federal consolidated tax return and supporting statements and disclosures
Research new tax developments to advise on risks and opportunities; proactively, reactively, and on an as directed basis
Prepare and maintain detailed working papers, including but not limited to depreciation schedules and book-to-tax adjustments; reconciliation of income tax liabilities and reviewing other tax-related adjustments; deferred tax assets and liabilities; uncertain tax positions, and tax disclosures for financial statements
Coordinate with external CPA firm regarding federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns
Develop, maintain, and update income tax department policies, processes, and procedures
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local income tax laws, as well as the company’s tax calendar
Prepare tax account reconciliations; propose journal entries to support the month-end close process
Assist in responding to income tax audits, inquiries, and notices from revenue authorities
Identify areas to bring efficiency to the income tax reporting process, including automation initiatives related to tax
Review, prepare and file sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Assist with business license renewals and other miscellaneous tax-related filings
Participate in special projects as needed
As allowed by applicable law, a willingness and ability to perform late night, weekend or holiday coverage due to year end, quarterly and monthly close requirements

Requirements

3+ years of corporate income tax compliance experience, preferably with a large public accounting firm, with working knowledge of ASC 740 and tax provision preparation; CPA preferred
Demonstrated skill set in corporate federal, state, and local income tax compliance
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; proven analytical skills; ability to interpret complex tax data and financial information
Ability to interact with external parties such as third-party tax preparers, auditors, and tax jurisdiction authorities
A bias for action; able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and adhere to tight deadlines
Willingness to take the initiative for process improvements and to optimize the compliance preparation process
Knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax regulations and multi-state tax compliance
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Preferred

Comfortable with apportionment calculations and multiple complex book-to-tax adjustments
Experience with tax provision software (CorpTax, OneSource, GoSystems, etc.) preferred
Working knowledge of R&D Tax Credit and transfer pricing
Experience with international income tax compliance (5471, GILTI, FDII, foreign withholding, etc.), including filing of overseas tax returns
Experience with NetSuite or other comparable ERP systems
Working knowledge of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and/or cybersecurity industries

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401K (Roth/Traditional)
A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)
Above market annual bonuses

Keeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Classification: Exempt