TAXWELL

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Taxwell helps everyday Americans get every tax advantage they deserve by finding credits and deductions they never even knew existed. Our tax preparation software offers easy guidance and ensures your maximum tax refund. We strive to build a team of like-minded experts in both tax and technology who align with our brand purpose, are advocates for our customers and have a fresh, non-traditional approach to the tax industry. Taxwell is a leading digital tax filing platform formed in 2022 from the combination of Drake Software® and TaxAct®. These two longstanding organizations offer customers professional and do-it-yourself digital and downloadable products that are easy-to-use, best-in-class technology, and provide unparalleled customer support. Taxwell brands are a trusted solution for all users including those with complex tax returns. We strive to attract and retain candidates who exemplify our values: performance, perseverance, progress and partnership. Taxwell is an organization of forward thinkers looking to add industry experts to our growing team. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Associate to support our Information Security and Privacy programs. This role is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in compliance operations and data privacy management. The Junior GRC Associate will assist with hands-on, process-driven activities related to vendor risk assessments, Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), and cookie compliance testing. RESPONSIBILITIES: Vendor Risk Reviews Assist with manual reviews of third-party vendors to evaluate security and compliance posture. Collect and validate vendor documentation (e.g., SOC reports, ISO certifications, security questionnaires). Maintain and update vendor records within GRC platforms. Data Subject Access Requests (DSAR) Support the intake and processing of DSARs in accordance with privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary data and ensure timely, accurate responses. Maintain documentation and workflows to support audit readiness. Cookie & Website Compliance Testing Perform manual cookie scans and verify compliance against privacy requirements. Record findings and escalate potential issues or misconfigurations. Partner with privacy and web teams to ensure cookies are properly categorized and disclosed. General GRC Support Assist with maintaining internal compliance documentation, tracking control evidence, and supporting audits. Contribute to improvements in GRC processes, workflows, and tools. Support additional compliance or risk initiatives as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 0–2 years of experience in a GRC, compliance, or security operations environment (internships welcome). Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured workflows. Familiarity with data privacy concepts (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with IT, Legal, and Security teams. At Taxwell, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, Taxwell welcomes and celebrates diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At Taxwell, you can expect a supportive, open, and inclusive atmosphere and a team that values your contributions. Taxwell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and any other status protected under applicable law. Taxwell considers information gathered in the hiring process, including information on this application, confidential, and only shares it on a need-to-know basis or as required by law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@Taxwell.com or by calling 828-349-5703 extension 6049 to speak with a member of the HR Talent Acquisition team. At Taxwell, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, Taxwell welcomes and celebrates diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At Taxwell, you can expect a supportive, open, and inclusive atmosphere and a team that values your contributions. Taxwell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and any other status protected under applicable law. Taxwell considers information gathered in the hiring process, including information on this application, confidential, and only shares it on a need-to-know basis or as required by law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HR@Taxwell.com or by calling 828-349-5703 extension 6049 to speak with a member of the HR Talent Acquisition team. Taxwell is the leading digital tax filing platform formed from the combination of Drake Software® and TaxAct®. These two longstanding organizations offer customers do-it-yourself digital and downloadable products that are easy-to-use, best-in-class technology, and provide unparalleled customer support. Taxwell brands are the trusted solution to make taxes easy for the most complex users. TaxAct offers income tax preparation software directly to consumers and tax professionals. The process of filing taxes is highly personal and can be extremely complex. At TaxAct we aim to help every customer accurately file their taxes while simultaneously identifying opportunities to improve their financial situation. Since 2000, TaxAct has helped file over 90 million returns through TaxAct consumer and professional software. We believe that everyone should be empowered to do their own taxes, have the proper resources to claim the money they deserve and receive support to make informative financial decisions. Drake Software has a long history providing top-tier professional tax preparation software. Since 1977, Drake has provided services to over 70,000 tax professionals nationwide that have filed over 40 million tax returns each year. Drake Software’s comprehensive products provide the tools and support tax professionals need to build their businesses. Drake products are designed to assist our customers efficiently prepare and e-file individual and business returns, so they can focus on serving their clients. https://bit.ly/taxwellapplicantprivacynotice