Tax Analyst III

Tax Analyst III

BKV Corporation (NYSE: BKV) is a forward-thinking, growth-driven energy company building the future of low-carbon energy and reliable baseload power. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, we are the largest natural gas producer by gross operated volume in the Barnett Shale — and we’re just getting started. At BKV, we don’t just operate assets — we build integrated solutions. Our end-to-end, closed-loop energy platform spans upstream production, midstream infrastructure, natural gas-fired power generation, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). This differentiated model allows us to solve our customers’ toughest energy challenges while meeting growing power demand and advancing a carbon-neutral future. But what truly sets us apart is our people. We are a fast-paced, high-performance team of go-getters who thrive on challenge and think beyond convention. We push the envelope on innovation, continuously optimizing and scaling our platform to drive sustainable growth and long-term, risk-adjusted shareholder value. If you’re energized by big goals, bold ideas, and the opportunity to build something transformational, you’ll feel right at home here. At BKV, you won’t just contribute — you’ll lead, create, and shape the future of energy.

Responsibilities

• Support the review of federal and state income tax compliance and ASC 740 provision workpapers, partnering with external advisors and internal teams to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage and support indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, severance tax and ad valorem tax.
• Analyze and track state-specific oil & gas tax issues, including apportionment, nexus, and credits/incentives.
• Aid in tax forecasting and modeling, including impacts of capital projects and new investments (e.g., CCUS, midstream assets, power facilities).
• Support tax audits and inquiries (federal, state, and local).
• Partner with internal stakeholders (accounting, land, operations) to gather data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and operations to support tax-related initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of changes in tax law and regulation affecting the oil & gas industry.
• Assist with process improvements and automation within the tax function.

Requirements

• Oil & gas tax technical expertise across corporate income tax and indirect taxes (sales/use, severance, ad valorem/property).
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 (tax provision) concepts, including effective tax rate drivers, deferred taxes, and uncertain tax positions.
• Strong multistate tax fundamentals, including apportionment, nexus, sourcing, and state-specific filing and reporting requirements.
• Ability to prepare, review, and reconcile tax workpapers and supporting documentation, with strong understanding of source systems and data controls.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, Power Query) and ability to build/maintain forecasting models; comfort leveraging ERP data (e.g., SAP).
• Process improvement mindset, including identifying control gaps, standardizing workpapers, and automating recurring analyses (e.g., with Excel/Power Query or similar tools).
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with various internal teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing deadlines (close, provision, filing cycles).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated cognitive and problem-solving skills.
• Growth mindset with a demonstrated ability to innovate, embrace change and have grit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–6+ years of relevant tax experience
• Experience with oil & gas taxation required
• Experience supporting tax audits and notices, including information requests, issue tracking, and drafting responses in partnership with advisors.
• Exposure to corporate tax and indirect taxes.
• Experience with data management and proficiency in excel and ERP systems/SAP

Skills

• Oil & gas tax technical expertise across corporate income tax and indirect taxes (sales/use, severance, ad valorem/property).
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 (tax provision) concepts, including effective tax rate drivers, deferred taxes, and uncertain tax positions.
• Strong multistate tax fundamentals, including apportionment, nexus, sourcing, and state-specific filing and reporting requirements.
• Ability to prepare, review, and reconcile tax workpapers and supporting documentation, with strong understanding of source systems and data controls.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, Power Query) and ability to build/maintain forecasting models; comfort leveraging ERP data (e.g., SAP).
• Process improvement mindset, including identifying control gaps, standardizing workpapers, and automating recurring analyses (e.g., with Excel/Power Query or similar tools).
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with various internal teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing deadlines (close, provision, filing cycles).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated cognitive and problem-solving skills.
• Growth mindset with a demonstrated ability to innovate, embrace change and have grit.

Pay

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. (Base Pay Range: $79,000 - $150,000)

Schedule

Primarily office-based with standard business hours; extended hours may be required depending on business needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Roth retirement savings plan with 6% employer match.
• Paid time off and 12 company holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement

BKV Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. BKV Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).