Sr Manager, Tax

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Tax to lead our global tax function. You will oversee U.S.

federal/state, international tax, transfer pricing, and ASC 740 tax provision, partnering with Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and FP&A to drive compliance and strategic initiatives. You’ll influence tax strategy for a rapidly expanding SaaS business, manage audits, and work with external advisors to minimize risk while supporting growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA license required; 10+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, with Big 4 and in-house experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax compliance, ASC 740 accounting, and international tax concepts (Subpart F, GILTI, BEAT, FTC); proficient with Netsuite ERP, OneSource, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end U.S. federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance, including filings, extensions, and estimated payments.
• Oversee international tax compliance and reporting for non-U.S. entities across regions; advise on transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements.
• Manage quarterly and annual ASC 740 tax provision under U.S. GAAP, including memos and footnotes for disclosures.
• Support tax controversy, audits, and risk management with internal teams and external advisors.

Skills

U.S. federal & state tax compliance

ASC 740 income tax accounting

International tax concepts

Transfer pricing policies

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related

CPA license

MST/JD/LL.M. in Taxation (preferred)

Tools

Netsuite ERP

OneSource tax software

Excel

Job description

SailPoint is the leader in identity security for the cloud enterprise. We empower the world’s largest organizations to unleash the business-enabling power of identity while bringing security risks into focus. At SailPoint, our success is driven by our culture and our core values—affectionately known as the Four I's: Innovation, Integrity, Impact, and Individuals. We foster a high-performing, collaborative environment where every team member is empowered to make a meaningful difference in the fast-paced cybersecurity industry.

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and strategic Sr Manager, Tax to join our tax team. In this highly visible role, you will lead and oversee core aspects of SailPoint’s global tax function, including U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, ASC 740 income tax provision, international tax strategy, transfer pricing, and cross-border tax planning. As SailPoint continues its global expansion, you will partner closely with Accounting, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, and external advisors to ensure compliance, , manage tax risk, and support strategic corporate initiatives.

Responsibilities

U.S. Federal, State & Local Tax Compliance

Manage and review the end-to-end U.S. federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance process, including tax return filings, extensions, and estimated tax payments. Evaluate and model the tax impact of federal tax regulations and legislative changes (e.g., IRC Section 174, Section 163(j), BEAT, FDII, and state conformity updates). Oversee non-income tax compliance and advisory as needed, including state sales/use tax, property tax, and gross receipts taxes.

International Tax Compliance

Oversee international tax compliance and reporting for non-U.S. legal entities across EMEA, LATAM, and APAC regions. Collaborate on intercompany transaction structures, transfer pricing policies, Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting, and intercompany service agreements. Monitor global digital tax regulations and global e-invoicing/e-reporting implementation requirements across operating jurisdictions. Provide tax input and strategic guidance on international transfers, entity rationalization, permanent establishment (PE) risk mitigations, and cross-border cash repatriation strategies.

Income Tax Accounting

Manage the quarterly and annual global income tax provision processes (ASC 740) under U.S. GAAP, including return-to-provision reconciliations, tax reserve analyses (FIN 48/ASC 740-10), and valuation allowance assessments. Prepare clear technical accounting memos and financial statement disclosures (10-K / 10-Q tax footnotes) for internal leadership and external auditors. Ensure strong internal controls over financial reporting for all tax processes in compliance with SOX standards.

Tax Controversy & Risk Management

Assist with management of federal, state, and international tax authority audits, inquiries, and routine notices. Assist with robust audit defense strategies and partner with external tax advisors minimize exposures and resolve disputes effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required. 10+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, with a combination of Big 4 public accounting and in-house corporate tax experience Knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax compliance, ASC 740 income tax accounting, and international tax concepts (Subpart F, GILTI, BEAT, FTC). Proficient with enterprise Netsuite ERP systems, OneSource tax software, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Taxation (MST) or Juris Doctor (JD / LL.M. in Taxation).
• Experience handling tax strategy and compliance for global SaaS business models.

The Path to Success (Milestones)

1-Month Milestones

Gain a foundational understanding of SailPoint’s global tax structure and existing U.S. federal, state, and international tax compliance processes. Familiarize with the current quarterly and annual global income tax provision processes (ASC 740), which will be a primary focus of the role. Meet and begin building rapport with key team members and stakeholders, including direct reports as well as cross-functional partners in Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and FP&A. Begin familiarization with core tax systems and tools, including Netsuite ERP, OneSource tax software, and Excel, as part of understanding current processes.

2-Month Milestones

Solidify working relationships with direct reports and key internal partners to foster a collaborative environment. Start independently overseeing routine activities related to U.S. federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance, including review of filings and extensions. Actively contribute to and manage specific components of the quarterly global income tax provision process (ASC 740), demonstrating an increasing level of autonomy in this core area. Provide initial input and support on international tax compliance and reporting for non-U.S. entities across EMEA, LATAM, and APAC regions.

3-Month Milestones

Present initial observations and recommendations to management regarding potential process improvements or risk mitigation strategies within U.S. federal, state, or income tax accounting. Be fully ramped on core tax tools and processes, including proficient use of Netsuite ERP, OneSource tax software, and Excel for day-to-day operations and analysis. Demonstrate a strong grasp of managing the end-to-end U.S. federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance process. Independently manage significant portions of the global income tax provision (ASC 740), including preparing clear technical accounting memos and contributing to financial statement disclosures.

Benefits and Compensation

listed vary based on the location of your employment and the nature of your employment with SailPoint. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the SailPoint Corporate Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission, along with potential eligibility for equity participation. SailPoint maintains broad salary ranges for its roles to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect SailPoint’s differing products, industries, and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. We estimate the base salary, for US-based employees, will be in this range from (min‑max, USD): $103,000 - $173,578.00 Base salaries for employees based in other locations are competitive for the employee’s home location.

Benefits Overview

• 1. Health and wellness coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 2. Disability coverage: Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 3. Life protection: Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• 4. Additional life coverage options: Supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• 5. Flexible spending accounts for health care, and dependent care; limited purpose flexible spending account
• 6. Financial security: 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matching
• 7. Time off benefits: Flexible vacation policy
• 8. Holidays: 8 paid holidays annually
• 9. Sick leave
• 10. Parental support: Paid parental leave
• 11. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Care Counselors
• 12. Voluntary benefits: Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance options
• 13. Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

SailPoint is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply to join our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact [e-mail] or mail to 11120 Four Points Dr, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78726, to discuss reasonable accommodations. NOTE: Any unsolicited resumes sent by candidates or agencies to this email will not be considered for current openings at SailPoint.

SailPoint (Nasdaq: SAIL) is defining the new era of adaptive identity security. In a world where non-human identities now significantly outnumber humans, our AI-powered platform unifies identity, security, and data intelligence to protect today’s enterprise from advanced identity-based threats. We deliver the identity solution that spans both the breadth of identities and the depth of context needed to drive real‑time access with confidence. Built on principles like zero‑standing privilege and contextualized risk, our SailPoint platform transforms identity from a point of vulnerability into a powerful security advantage. Trusted by many of the world's leading organizations, SailPoint secures the enterprise with intelligent, autonomous identity security.The employment policy of SailPoint is to provide equal opportunity to all persons, and it is SailPoint’s policy to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. It is SailPoint’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, military and/or veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. SailPoint does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in or may engage in any of the following activities: Filing a complaint; Assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of the affirmative action provisions of Section 503, VEVRAA, or any other Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities or protected veterans; Opposing any act or practice made unlawful by Section 503, VEVRAA, or its implementing regulations in this part, or any other Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities or protected veterans; or Exercising any other right protected by section 503, VEVRAA or their implementing regulations.SailPoint will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business. SailPoint’s affirmative action program contains an audit and reporting system which enables us to measure the effectiveness of our program, indicate any need for remedial action, determine the degree to which our objectives have been attained, determine whether protected veterans and individuals with disabilities had had the opportunity to participate in company‑sponsored activities, measure our compliance with the program’s specific obligations, and document actions taken to comply with these obligations.