Catherine Keen
About Catherine Keen
Catherine Keen serves as the Vice President of Tax at Superior Energy Services, bringing extensive experience from various roles at Shell and other organizations in the tax consulting field. She has a strong background in international tax consulting, risk management, and has actively influenced tax legislation.
Current Role at Superior Energy Services
Catherine Keen serves as the Vice President of Tax at Superior Energy Services, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's tax strategy and compliance. Keen has built processes and resources to control tax positions and deliver strong results, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. Her leadership in tax matters is essential for navigating the complexities of tax regulations within the energy sector.
Previous Experience at Shell
Catherine Keen has extensive experience at Shell, where she held various tax-related positions from 2001 to 2014. Her roles included Senior Tax Advisor in Global Planning & Strategy, Downstream New Business & Portfolio Sr. Tax Advisor, and Upstream Americas Cost Optimization Advisor. During her tenure, she worked on special projects and structuring tax strategies, influencing tax legislation and developing solutions in a dynamic M&A environment. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in international tax consulting and risk management.
Experience at Trafigura and Alvarez & Marsal
Keen worked as the Regional Head of Direct Tax at Trafigura from 2014 to 2020, where she focused on tax strategy within a large privately held global commodities trading and logistics company. Following her time at Trafigura, she served as a Senior Director at Alvarez & Marsal for 10 months in 2020-2021. These roles enhanced her expertise in tax advisory and compliance within the commodities sector.
Education and Qualifications
Catherine Keen studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a Master's in Professional Accounting and a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a focus on Taxation. This academic background provided her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and tax regulations, essential for her career in tax advisory roles.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Keen is skilled in international tax consulting and risk management. She has developed practical solutions in active M&A environments and has influenced tax legislation through her interactions with Congress, Treasury, and industry organizations. Her ability to navigate complex tax issues has made her a valuable asset in the organizations she has worked for.