
Senior Tax Analyst
Posted Nov 2

Posted Nov 2
This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.
• Evaluate sales/use and transaction tax returns, accompanying schedules, and data to support audits and validate correct taxability positions.
• Aid in addressing corporate-level state sales/use and transaction tax matters, while drafting memoranda for state and local tax.
• Utilize state and local tax expertise for audits, tax decisions, planning opportunities, risks, and their execution.
• Guarantee timely and accurate returns and submissions.
• Collect and assess data necessary for precise and timely filings.
• Oversee Avalara and related tax systems, ensuring that data inputs are thorough and accurate.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to clarify tax treatment and review exemption certificates.
• Investigate state tax concerns and document analyses along with conclusions.
• Remain updated on state and local tax changes and uphold tax registration.
• Support new product launches and provide tax mapping approval on testing outcomes.
• Examine and address technical state tax matters related to business development, strategic planning, and state audits.
• Compile data, establish position statements, and coordinate or negotiate during audits.
• Assess tax workpapers, schedules, reports, correspondence, state tax returns, and payments for compliance and accurate accounting.
• Assist with both state and federal income tax filings.
• Contribute to state tax planning efforts and identify potential tax risks and opportunities in collaboration with external advisors.
• Enhance and document processes.
• Investigate new product tax jurisdictions, gather and analyze data, and prepare country, US federal, and state tax and non-tax filings in partnership with external consultants and tax compliance specialists.
• Engage in new-country initiatives and special projects.
• 5-6 years of experience in compliance with US state and local taxes, including sales/use tax and state income tax filings.
• Practical experience with Avalara or similar tax compliance software.
• Outstanding research, analytical, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships within the Tax team and with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Commercial teams.
• Adaptability in working hours.
• Familiarity with MS Dynamics D365 is a plus.
• Preference for candidates with experience in US telecommunications taxation.
• Experience with Big-4 firms or large CPA firms.
• Knowledge of non-US tax filings for VAT, HST, PST, GST.
• Flexible working environment – adopting a remote-first culture with coworking options available.
• Generous leave policies – including parental leave, birthday leave, and an annual leave purchase program.
• Health and wellness support – provided through a wellness allowance and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Comprehensive learning support – generous study and training allowance along with paid study leave.
• Creative, modern workspaces – designed to inspire when not working remotely, plus access to coworking spaces through our global WeWork membership for remote workers who occasionally want to work outside home.
• Recognition programs – celebrate accomplishments with our Legend and Kudos awards.
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