Tax Associate - Ping Identity
Denver, CO
About the Job
About Ping Identity:
At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. People don't come here to join a culture that's built on digital freedom. They come to cultivate it.
Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear.
While protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. We champion every identity. One of our core values, Respect Diversity, reminds us to celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work.
We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping Identity, we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management.
The Tax Accountant will report to and work directly with the Tax Manager. The individual will be responsible for the preparation of various domestic and foreign tax projects related to compliance, tax planning and other miscellaneous assignments. The individual will provide support to team members and communicate with various departments within the company to understand processes and obtain support for tax deliverables.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation of the interim and annual global tax provision, including calculating book to tax differences, preparing tax account reconciliations, and maintaining deferred tax rollforwards.
- Prepare supporting calculations and workpapers, including state apportionment, related to U.S. federal, state and local income tax returns. The returns are prepared by an external service provider but underlying support is maintained in-house.
- Proactively manage global due date calendar and communicate upcoming due dates to the team.
- Prepare and file state annual reports and other various state quarterly tax filings.
- Communicate and respond to notices and mailings in a timely manner.
- Assist in research of technical tax issues and prepare technical memoranda accordingly.
- Collaborate with accounting, legal and other departments to accomplish company objectives.
Qualifications:
- We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who has the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
- A strong sense of ownership and willingness to take initiative
- A positive and team centric attitude
- Ability to meet deadlines with precise organization and keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with Federal and State income tax
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
- Two to three years of tax experience
- Public accounting candidate strongly preferred.
- Licensed CPA or in process of obtaining licensure preferred.
Salary Range: $73,000-80,000
In accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) the approximate compensation range for this role in Colorado is listed above. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors, such as knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Life at Ping:
We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We're growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that's who we want to succeed with every day.
Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special:
- A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.
- Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.
- Regular company and team bonding events.
- Competitive benefits and perks.
- Global volunteering and community initiatives
Our Benefits:
- Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
- Parental Leave
- Progressive Healthcare Options
- Retirement Programs
- Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
- Commuter Offset (Specific locations)
Ping is the collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone's individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
