Tax Analyst

Our client is seeking a Tax Analyst to join its Accounting & Tax department, in Arlington, Virginia, who will be responsible for assisting in tax provision, compliance, and controversy matters for both income and indirect taxes. The position will report to the Director, Tax and work closely with the company's tax managers to carry out the responsibilities described below.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual tax provision, including financial statement disclosures
• Assist with tax compliance efforts for both income and indirect taxes for the company's US and foreign operations
• Support sales and use tax audit matters, including data analysis and research
• Support business and tax planning projects that optimize cash taxes on company investments
• Assist with property taxes, including filings, payments, inquiries, etc.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting efforts related to taxes
• Identify opportunities to improve and/or automate processes to increase quality and efficiency
• Support state and local tax incentive programs in coordination with external tax consultants
• Other duties, as needed
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an accounting, tax, or finance discipline
• Utilize a pro-active problem solving mindset to achieve business and tax objectives
• Strong work ethic and comfortable working with evolving priorities
• Able to operate effectively and efficiently in a deadline-driven fast-paced environment
• 1 - 2 years of experience in Big 4 public accounting firm, corporate tax department of a multinational company, or a combination thereof
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships to achieve team goals
• Strong data skills using Excel with a drive to automate processes
• Familiarity with SAP and Coupa is a plus
• Discretion in dealing with confidential material