Clearwater Analytics is looking for a Senior Tax Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Head of Tax, this position will perform a wide variety of tax related duties to help support and execute on all direct and indirect taxes applicable to Clearwater.
Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting
- Lead the preparation and primary review of the global tax provision in accordance with ASC 740, including SEC financial statement disclosures and SOX documentation.
- Clearwater recently completed two major acquisitions and is operating in ≈15 countries. Experience incorporating these elements a plus.
- Contribute to the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to reconcile various tax balances and submit/review journal entries as appropriate.
- Assist in preparing statutory financials.
Tax Compliance
- Lead the preparation and primary review of federal, state, and foreign direct and indirect tax returns.
- Tax compliance items include GILTI, FDII, and BEAT related calculations and considerations as well as working with local advisors to administer compliances in foreign countries.
- Participate in the annual transfer pricing documentation for Clearwater’s global companies (US Report, Master File, and Required Local Files).
- Participate in the preparation and documentation of certain tax incentives, such as R&D credits and IP Box regimes.
- Monitor tax department obligations/payments and support compliance with various taxes, such as property taxes, rent taxes, etc
General
- Identify and assist with tax planning.
- Stay current with relevant U.S. and international tax law.
- Coordinate and manage global tax audits.
- Collaborate with various departments of the business for tax related items.
- Assist with and/or own various ad hoc projects, as needed or requested.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other related certification, such as a CPA license.
- 8+ years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax setting.
- Ability to independently resolve problems where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of several factors.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex tax matters.
- Experience with acquisitions a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related certification, such as a CPA license
- 8+ years of tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax setting
- Ability to independently resolve problems requiring in-depth evaluation of several factors
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including communicating complex tax matters
- Experience with acquisitions
What the Team is Saying
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Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Company filings and benefit listings describe a 401(k) with employer matching up to 4% and robust retirement offerings. This points to reliable long‑term savings support within the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer time off are consistently included, with descriptions noting roughly three weeks of PTO and immediate eligibility in some summaries. These elements suggest time‑off coverage that is solid even if not top‑tier.
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Flexible Benefits — A three‑week work‑from‑anywhere option, hybrid/WFH flexibility, and volunteer time off are highlighted in recent descriptions. These features offer adaptability that can enhance the overall value for many roles.
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What We Do
CWAN was founded on a simple belief: investment professionals deserve modern technology that actually works for them. Not legacy systems that slow them down. Not fragmented data that creates confusion. But one comprehensive platform that gives you complete visibility and crystal-clear insights. The result? Investment management that works as seamlessly as your investment strategy. Since our founding in 2004, CWAN has been the trusted technology partner powering the world’s leading institutional investors — from insurance companies, asset managers, and hedge funds to asset owners like corporations, endowments, and pension funds managing over $10 trillion in assets.
Why Work With Us
We continue to grow, fueled by a strong foundation, an ambitious vision, and a commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients, partners, and team members around the world. What started as a bold idea in Boise, Idaho has rapidly transformed into a global presence. We’ve expanded our footprint significantly—now operating out of 24 offices
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