Senior Audit, Tax & Compliance Manager

Aderant is a global industry leading software company providing comprehensive business management solutions for law firms and other professional services organizations with a mission to help them run a better business. We are motivated by a collective desire to drive the legal industry to the forefront of innovation. With over 2,500 clients around the world, including 95 of the top AmLaw 100 firms, we are changing the outside perception of the legal sphere; where there was once resistance to modernization, we are creating a culture that embraces new ideas and technology.At Aderant, the “A” is more than just a letter. It is a representation of how we fulfill our foundational purpose, serving our clients. It embodies our core values and reminds us that to achieve success, every day must start with the “A”. We bring the “A” to life by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We encourage our diverse teams to bring their whole selves to work – ideas, experience, and passion – to drive our mission forward.Our people are our strength.RESPONSIBILITIESAudit ManagementLead and execute internal and external audit engagements as the primary project manager, including scoping and directing internal resources across multiple domestic and foreign entities, tracking progress status and reporting to management.Serve as primary liaison with auditors, managing PBC (prepared-by-client) requests, walkthroughs, samples, and other support submissions, and maintain audit documentation.Tax ComplianceLead corporate tax compliance activities for a multi-entity business with operations in EMEA, APAC, and India, coordinating with corporate parent and external tax advisors on federal, state, and international filings.Support, and for select entities directly prepare, income tax returns and other required filings (e.g., Australia FBT) to reduce reliance on external preparers.Provide support on sales and use tax compliance: registrations, filings, exemption certificates, and audit requests.Coordinate tax deadlines across entities and jurisdictions to avoid conflicts with audit cycles, monitor regulatory changes that affect Aderant, and ensure compliance documentation and reporting meet Roper Technologies' standards and timelines.Governance, Internal Controls & ReportingDevelop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and control narratives, and lead risk assessments to identify control gaps and emerging risks — driving remediation plans to closure — in alignment with corporate parent requirements and current regulations.Prepare and present control effectiveness, audit status, and compliance/fraud risk reporting to senior management, partnering with process owners across Finance, HR, IT, and Operations to embed controls into everyday operations.Lead or contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, including data analytics for continuous control monitoring.Provide mentorship and subject-matter training to finance and cross-functional teams on controls, audit readiness, and compliance obligations, and coordinate with regulatory agencies and third-party assessors on compliance audits and certifications.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.5+ years of progressive experience across internal and external audit, financial controls, tax, and accounting.Strong working knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and corporate tax compliance frameworks.Demonstrated experience independently managing external audit relationships and leading internal audit engagements in a multi-entity, multinational corporate structure.Proficiency with ERP and audit management systems (e.g., Sage Intacct), advanced Excel/financial analysis tools, and AI-assisted analysis tools.Excellent analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong executive communication and interpersonal skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership.High level of integrity, professional skepticism, and ethical judgment.Ability to work independently and lead without direct authority.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCPA, or equivalent certification.National public accounting firm experience, or experience in a SaaS or technology company.Experience with M&A activity and international tax/compliance matters.Knowledge of data analytics, forensic accounting, or continuous control monitoring tools.SummaryLocation: Atlanta, GeorgiaType: Full time