Full-Time

Tax Accountant

Posted on 7/10/2024

Lucid

Lucid

1,001-5,000 employees

Visual collaboration tools for teams

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Mid, Senior

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Hybrid workplace allowing for remote work or in-office presence.

Category
Financial Accounting
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Strong tax research and data analytic skills
  • Excel proficiency
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of an organization
  • Ability to work independently with little direction
  • Strong problem-solving and time management skills
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey meaningful information, clearly and concisely
  • Skilled in analyzing and reviewing information, making recommendations and taking action
  • Passion for working with emerging technologies with an ability to understand new technical concepts
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter with zeal for taking ownership
  • Out-of-the box and strategic thinker who operates with extreme attention to detail and accuracy
  • Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet aggressive deadlines
  • Motivation for excellence and exceeding expectations
  • Passionate about teamwork with an optimistic outlook
  • Responsive, customer service approach
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, growth environment
Responsibilities
  • Manage U.S. indirect tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely filing of sales & use tax returns
  • Manage global indirect tax compliance to ensure accurate and timely filing of VAT and GST returns
  • Regularly research and evaluate global digital tax rules and any potential impact to Lucid. Work with the team towards implementation of any new tax requirements to ensure global compliance
  • Manage and scale tax exemption certificates process
  • Assist with voluntary disclosure agreements and business registrations on an as-needed basis
  • Assist in developing and complying with internal controls for transaction tax functions and identify process improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure tax account reconciliations, controls and processes are appropriately managed and reported in a timely manner
  • Contribute to automation of tax processes
  • Support the tax department in managing tax notices, payments and any ad hoc projects
  • Provide data collection and research support as part of foreign and state/local tax audits
  • Manage personal property tax returns
  • Work closely with Accounts Receivable and Order Management teams in responding to customer inquiries relating to tax matters
  • Assist, as needed, with the preparation of Lucid’s federal, state, and foreign income/franchise tax returns
  • Assist as needed with the preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions (ASC 740)

Lucid provides tools for visual collaboration, helping teams brainstorm, diagram, and visualize complex ideas and software. Its main products include Lucidchart, which allows for intelligent diagramming, Lucidspark for virtual brainstorming sessions, and Cloud Insights for visualizing software architecture. These tools are especially beneficial for remote teams, enabling them to collaborate effectively as if they were in the same room. Lucid serves a wide range of clients, including nearly all Fortune 500 companies, and operates on a subscription-based model with various pricing tiers to meet different organizational needs. The company's goal is to simplify complexity, providing teams with the clarity and context necessary to work efficiently.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$161.6M

Headquarters

South Jordan, Utah

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lucid's expansion into EMEA strengthens data security and compliance for regional customers.
  • Inclusion in Forbes Cloud 100 for five consecutive years highlights Lucid's market leadership.
  • Lucid's FedRAMP authorization opens opportunities in the public sector for secure collaboration.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competitors like Miro and MURAL pose a threat to Lucid's market share.
  • Data privacy concerns may arise with Lucid's expanding data residency program.
  • Dependence on partnerships with tech giants could risk if they develop competing products.

What makes Lucid unique

  • Lucid offers a comprehensive visual collaboration suite with Lucidchart and Lucidspark.
  • Lucid's products are used by 99% of Fortune 500 companies, showcasing strong enterprise presence.
  • Lucid's AI-driven enhancements and integrations with Microsoft 365 and Slack set it apart.

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Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Comprehensive portfolio of health benefits

Equity

Eight-week paid sabbatical after 5 years

Paid parental/family leave

Annual Hackathon and frequent game nights

Personal and career development through Lucid Learning

Community engagement and giving through Lucid Heart

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