Senior Tax Analyst

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns, along with related estimated and extension payments.

Compile and maintain supporting schedules for tax calculations, including fixed asset depreciation, amortization, and state apportionment factors.

Partner with internal teams to gather data and ensure accuracy of tax inputs for both compliance and reporting.

Contribute to quarterly and annual tax provision processes, including effective tax rate calculations, deferred tax balances, and related disclosures.

Monitor and interpret tax law changes to assess potential impacts and update compliance processes accordingly.

Research complex federal and state tax issues, documenting conclusions and communicating recommendations to leadership.

Maintain and update internal controls and documentation supporting tax positions, including reserve calculations under ASC 740 (FIN 48).

Support audits and inquiries from taxing authorities by preparing responses, providing schedules, and coordinating with external advisors as needed.

Assist with monthly transfer pricing processes, including recording journal entries and reviewing intercompany transactions.

Utilize tax technology and reporting tools to streamline compliance, reporting, and data analysis activities.

Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the tax function.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA or advanced degree preferred.

3–5 years of corporate tax experience, preferably with both compliance and provision responsibilities.

Strong technical knowledge of income and franchise tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.

Proficiency with tax software and ERP systems; experience with data analytics tools a plus.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication abilities and a collaborative approach.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.