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Senior tax analyst job description

Updated March 14, 2024
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A senior tax analyst is a financial professional in charge of helping clients to report and comply with taxes. Their duties also include creating plans, researching taxes, and conducting financial analysis.

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Senior tax analyst requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior tax analyst job postings.
Sample senior tax analyst requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate taxation
  • Proficiency in using tax software
  • Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Sample required senior tax analyst soft skills
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities
  • Keen sense of ethics and confidentiality

Senior tax analyst job description example 1

PerkinElmer senior tax analyst job description

Job Title
Senior Tax Analyst REMOTE
Location(s)
US Remote - CA, US Remote - CT, US Remote - GA, US Remote - IL, US Remote - IN, US Remote - MA, US Remote - NH, US Remote - NJ, US Remote - NY, US Remote - PA, US Remote - RI, US Remote - TX
PerkinElmer is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst. Responsibilities involve US federal, state and international tax compliance, US aspects of the income tax provision, tax research and planning projects, and audit activity. The role will require regular contact with accounting, treasury, finance and other personnel across the Company worldwide. The individual will be part of an international tax team and it will be necessary to exercise initiative and project management skills in connection with tax compliance and planning projects.

Responsibilities

US federal, state and US international tax compliance including working with external advisors preparing returns (workpapers, forms, statements and disclosures), research into applicable tax return positions, and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.Demonstrate proficiency in gathering data from HFM & SAP and preparing complex Excel-based tax models with tax technical analysis and insight.Prepare/review components of the federal, state and US international income tax provision, including research around the tax accounting treatment of various transactions; and compliance with SOX protocols.Present to management on relevant technical developments.Respond to Information Document Requests as part of federal, state or local tax audits and provide analysis to support tax positions on audit, as needed.Ongoing communication with Accounting, Legal and Treasury groups regarding various tax matters will be required.
Critical Success FactorsTechnical Skills: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or Tax. Master's degree in Taxation or CPA preferred. 3+ years of tax experience with a “Big 4” CPA firm and/or large multinational company. Working knowledge of federal, state and US international income tax concepts and related compliance issues. Experience analyzing business transactions and determining the tax consequences. Working knowledge of accounting theory to ascertain potential tax ramifications of business transactions. Experience with HFM, SAP, OneSource Tax Provision(OTP), Sage Fixed Asset Software, a plus.Communication Skills: Effectively communicates with and engages various levels of the organization verbally and in writing; produces clear, understandable documentation. This role involves working with a diverse and global team of tax professionals and includes regular communications with individuals outside of the tax department, including Treasury, Legal, Accounting and the Controllership.Management of Resources: Allocates time and resources efficiently; continually seeks ways to improve individual/team efficiency. Demonstrates ability to be effective within a matrix environment. Self-starter with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and take ownership of projects, performing job requirements with minimal oversight and strong attention to detail.Business & Organization Knowledge: Prioritizes understanding the PerkinElmer business and the impact of business decisions on tax and vice versa.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

Basic Qualifications:
BS degree3-5 years experience in a public or private tax department focused on US income tax computations, ASC740, and compliance activities.

Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate will hold a CPA license3 years of supervising the work of a tax staff, reviewing the quality of tax calculations, and demonstrated contributions to the overall tax reporting activities of a tax department.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
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ADP senior tax analyst job description

  • 5+ years of corporate federal and/or state tax credit and incentive experience required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Tax, Finance, Accounting or related business fields. CPA/ MBA required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

  • Demonstrated ability to comprehend complex tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to maximize client needs.
  • Comprehension of corporate business structures/operations and Tax/Financial concepts.
  • Ability to prioritize projects with minimal supervision. Ability to work independently.
  • Proven collaboration and mentoring skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software tools (with basic experience in MS Access) and Internet navigation

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. ADP is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

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The Timken Company senior tax analyst job description

Your Career Begins at Timken
If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.Purpose This role assists with all aspects of U.S. international tax compliance reporting directly to the Senior Manager International Tax. Responsibilities
  • Assist with U.S. international tax compliance: Preparation of Forms 5471, 8858, 8865, and 1118 to ensure compliance with U.S. tax law, including Subpart F, foreign tax credits, E&P calculations and the new requirements pursuant to U.S. Tax Reform like GILTI, BEAT and FDII. Implement and improve processes for the future. Involves the successful delegation to other members of the global tax team.
  • Assist in the preparation of the Company's non-U.S. quarterly and annual tax provision: Work closely with other global tax team members to ensure timely and accurate preparation of ASC 740 income tax calculations (annual tax provisions) for foreign affiliates. Includes review of current and deferred income taxes and effective tax rate inputs.
  • Assist with other key international tax calculations: Provide support for other corporate tax projects and processes as needed as directed by other global tax team members.
  • Assist with tax audits and related matters: (income tax, transfer pricing and other). Assist with the preparation of tax authority information requests and liaising with tax authorities in coordination with other global tax team members.
    Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
    • Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance or MBA preferred
    • At least 5 years corporate tax experience (or 3 years' with master's degree) in industry and/or public accounting firm, including technical knowledge of, and experience with, U.S. multinational entities.
    • Experience with US GAAP ASC 740 and SEC regulations required All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Updated March 14, 2024

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