Tax Analyst, North America

Role Summary

This role will work alongside the North America Tax Compliance and Reporting Manager to ensure that all income tax compliance and reporting requirements are delivered on a timely and accurate basis, including partnering with our outsourced provider to ensure that all direct tax obligations are fulfilled efficiently and completed to a high standard. The role will support the completion of all Federal and State income tax returns, R&D Tax Credit, Estimates and Extensions, interim and year-end Tax Reporting, cash tax forecasts, and responding to tax authority inquiries. The position is based in Warren, NJ and requires 3 days in office presence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of all annual Federal and State income tax returns and supporting documentation
• Assist in the preparation of the interim and year-end tax provision and supporting documentation
• Prepare tax account balance sheet reviews, and support collection of control evidence
• Prepare and file quarterly estimates and extensions, and assist in cash tax forecasting process
• Provide support for Federal and State tax authority inquires, including notices and audits
• Participate in special projects, including conducting research on technical tax matters and documenting to support findings
• Support team initiatives and contribute to Global Tax and company-wide objectives

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Required: 2+ years of experience in U.S. federal and state income tax compliance and reporting
• Required: Solid understanding of U.S. tax laws and regulations, including corporate income tax
• Required: Experience with tax provision preparation and related supporting documentation
• Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with tax compliance software
• Required: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Required: Independent thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across teams
• Preferred: CPA designation or progress toward certification /other advanced degree
• Preferred: Master’s degree in accounting, Taxation, or related field
• Preferred: Prior experience in public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent) or large multinational corporation
• Preferred: Strong ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations
• Preferred: Demonstrated capability to work effectively in a matrix organization and collaborate across global teams