Keywords Studios

Tax Analyst

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Entertainment, Video GamesIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Not specified
  • Salary: Not specified

Keywords Studios is a global services platform for the Video Games and the Media & Entertainment industries. We enable leading content creators and publishers to leverage our expertise and capacity across the lifecycle of interactive content, allowing them to remain lean, agile, and focus on creating engaging experiences. We partner with clients from concept through development and live operations, utilizing our industry-leading service lines.

At Keywords, our people are passionate, talented, committed, and resourceful. We value human talent, thrive on diversity, celebrate uniqueness, and work collaboratively, whether in our 75+ global studios or virtually.

We are seeking a motivated and curious professional with a passion for taxation to join our dynamic environment. As part of a supportive and collaborative tax team, you will share ideas and knowledge openly, engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders, including tax authorities, and manage your responsibilities with independence while receiving necessary training and guidance. Our remote tax team fosters a strong sense of connection and mutual support.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience: 1–3 years of experience in tax compliance or accounting.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file indirect tax returns (e.g., U.S. Sales and Use Tax, Canadian GST/QST/HST).
  • Prepare and file direct tax returns (e.g., property tax, gross receipts tax).
  • Assist in collecting and analyzing data for corporate income tax reporting.
  • Research and interpret indirect tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
  • Maintain accurate tax records and documentation to support audits and compliance.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions.
  • Contribute to tax planning strategies to minimize indirect tax liabilities.
  • Support the tax team with various projects and initiatives.

Company Information

Skills

Taxation
Stakeholder Engagement
Internal and External Communication
Independence in Task Management
Professionalism

Keywords Studios

Comprehensive service provider for video games

About Keywords Studios

Keywords Studios provides a wide range of services for the video games industry, supporting the entire lifecycle of game development. Their offerings include game-ready art, marketing, game development, functional and localization testing, text and audio localization, casting, audio post-production, community management, player support, and content moderation. The company utilizes proprietary technology to enhance its end-to-end platform, allowing clients to effectively bring their game concepts to life. Unlike many competitors, Keywords Studios focuses on delivering customized solutions that cater to the specific needs and budgets of their clients. The goal of Keywords Studios is to assist game developers and publishers in creating engaging digital content that entertains, connects, and educates players.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$487.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition may impact Keywords Studios' market share in the gaming industry.
Integration of acquired companies could pose operational challenges and affect service quality.
Reliance on major clients like Microsoft may lead to revenue volatility.

Differentiation

Keywords Studios offers end-to-end services for the entire game development lifecycle.
The company has a global presence with over 13,000 professionals in 25+ countries.
Proprietary technology enhances Keywords Studios' platform for digital content creation.

Upsides

Acquisition of Certain Affinity expands Keywords Studios' AAA game development capabilities.
Integration with Microsoft's Community Sift boosts AI-enabled content moderation services.
Private equity interest indicates strong market confidence and strategic growth potential.

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