Application Guide

How to Apply for Tax Senior Manager

at Workiva

🏢 About Workiva

Workiva is at the forefront of integrated ESG reporting, helping organizations streamline climate impact and compliance through innovative technology. As a remote-first company, it offers flexibility while driving meaningful change in sustainability and transparency. Working here means joining a mission-driven team that values automation and AI to enhance efficiency.

About This Role

As Tax Senior Manager, you'll lead global tax compliance and strategy across 90+ markets, directly influencing growth initiatives and M&A. You'll mentor a team and collaborate cross-functionally to integrate tax strategies with organizational goals, while piloting AI tools to transform operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate SEC reporting and SOX controls in a dynamic, tech-forward environment.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing global tax compliance deadlines and mentoring a senior associate on a complex provision issue. Midday, you could join a cross-functional meeting to discuss tax implications of a potential acquisition, then spend the afternoon piloting a new AI tool to automate data collection for SEC reporting. The role blends strategic planning with hands-on leadership and innovation.

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🎯 Who Workiva Is Looking For

  • A strategic leader with 8+ years of corporate tax experience, including Big 4 and public company exposure, who thrives on mentoring teams and driving global tax initiatives.
  • Deep expertise in ASC740 provisions, SEC reporting, and complex corporate tax principles across multiple jurisdictions, with a CPA and bachelor's in accounting or finance.
  • Proven people management skills (3+ years) and ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align tax strategies with business growth.
  • Forward-thinking and tech-savvy, with interest in piloting AI and automation tools to enhance tax operations and efficiency.

📝 Tips for Applying to Workiva

1

Highlight specific experience with ASC740 provisions and SEC reporting for multinational companies, especially across 90+ markets.

2

Emphasize any work with AI or automation in tax processes, even if experimental, to align with Workiva's focus on innovation.

3

Showcase people management achievements, such as mentoring junior staff or leading a team through a complex global project.

4

Tailor your resume to include quantifiable results, like reducing tax provision time or improving compliance accuracy.

5

Mention familiarity with SOX controls and how you've managed them in previous roles, as this is a key requirement.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with global tax compliance and strategy across multiple jurisdictions, especially in tech or ESG-focused companies.', "How you've successfully led teams and mentored staff to achieve tax goals and professional growth.", 'Your enthusiasm for leveraging technology, including AI and automation, to improve tax operations and drive efficiency.', "Alignment with Workiva's mission of transparency and sustainability, and how your tax expertise supports integrated ESG reporting."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Workiva's ESG reporting platform and how it integrates with tax data for transparency.
  • → Read recent news about Workiva's growth, acquisitions, or new market expansions to understand the company's trajectory.
  • → Look into Workiva's culture and remote work policies, especially how they support collaboration across time zones.
  • → Understand Workiva's competitors in the ESG reporting space and how tax strategy differentiates them.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a global tax provision (ASC740) for a complex multinational entity. What challenges did you face?
2 How would you integrate AI tools into existing tax workflows? Give a specific example of a process you'd automate.
3 How do you mentor and develop tax staff while managing multiple deadlines and cross-functional projects?
4 Walk us through your approach to tax planning for a new market entry or M&A transaction.
5 How do you ensure SOX compliance across international entities, especially with remote teams?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Failing to demonstrate specific global tax experience; avoid vague statements like 'managed international taxes' without details on markets or entities.
  • Overlooking the importance of AI and automation; don't dismiss technology as irrelevant to tax roles.
  • Not emphasizing people management; this role requires 3+ years of direct management, so highlight team leadership clearly.

📅 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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