Tax Manager

Job Summary

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will be responsible for leading all activities related to global compliance and reporting, income tax accounting, and internal controls. You will have the opportunity to work across all tax areas in a global tax function, including direct supervision of senior tax consultants, and report to the Director, Corporate Tax.

What you’ll be doing (i.e., job duties):

• Global Tax Compliance – Oversee and review income tax returns across multiple foreign jurisdictions, partnering with local tax advisors to ensure technical accuracy and timely statutory filings.
• Respond to and manage foreign tax audits and notices.
• Lead global tax risk assessments regarding cross‑border intercompany activities, ensuring alignment with global transfer pricing frameworks and mitigating risks associated with international operations.
• US Tax Compliance – Lead the U.S. Federal and State income tax return process, managing the relationship with external tax advisors.
• Calculate and manage quarterly estimated tax payments and extension filings.
• Stay current on SaaS‑specific tax regulations, including R&D tax credit eligibility and Section
  174 capitalization requirements.
• Respond to and manage federal and state tax audits and notices.
• Tax Provision (ASC
  740) – Manage the quarterly and annual global income tax provision process in accordance with ASC
  740. Calculate and document deferred tax assets/liabilities, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions (FIN
  48). Coordinate with external auditors to ensure seamless review of tax‑related financial statement disclosures. Maintain tax account reconciliations and ensure internal controls (SOX) over tax reporting are operating effectively.
• Strategic and Operating Support – Monitor legislative changes (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Pillar Two, etc.) and assess impact on the company’s effective tax rate (ETR). Assist with tax planning initiatives, including nexus studies and intercompany transfer pricing documentation. Support the Finance team with tax‑related inputs for budgeting and forecasting.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in corporate tax or public accounting, with a strong emphasis on ASC
  740 and U.S. income tax compliance.
• Proven ability to work effectively with senior leaders (Controller, Accounting Director, FP&A leads).
• Professional certification such as CPA is preferred.
• Previous experience in the Software/SaaS industry is a significant plus.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Advanced knowledge/utilization skills specific to One Source (OTP) tax provision software is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain tax technical concepts to non‑experts.

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future, including health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family‑forming benefits and more.
• Training and development opportunities – department‑specific training during onboarding, continuous learning focus, mentorship and First‑Friend program, leadership program, Appian University training library, tuition reimbursement.
• Growth opportunities – leadership program for new and aspiring managers, specialized department training, skill‑based training, tuition reimbursement for further education, etc.

Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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