Tax Analyst

Job Description

Responsibilities

Responsible   for the accurate and timely filing of State and Local Gross Receipts Tax,   State & Local Excise Tax, NYC Commercial Rent Tax and PUC Levy Returns   for Regulated and Non-Regulated Companies. Analyze financial data   from Accounts Receivable (Billing Feeds), Revenue Accounting (Gross Receipts)   and Corporate Accounting (Journal Entries) to utilize in the tax return   preparation. Review returns to ensure that they are accurately and timely   filed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, judicial decisions,   and rulings issued. Investigate and comply with new return requirements, EDI   and EFT obligations issued by state and local taxing authorities. Formulate   annual drivers to mitigate our Gross Receipts Tax budget. Prepare Journal   Entries for the Gross Receipts Tax Accruals. Responsible for reconciling all   Gross Receipts Tax liability accounts. Coordinate and resolve any payment   issues with Processing, Accounts Payable and Treasury groups. Assist Audit,   Research, Tax Technology and other departments as necessary. Perform special   projects, as required, assigned by Manager and/or Director. These may require   detailed analysis and completion in a short time frame. Answer all internal   and external correspondence, such as requests for data and assessments, on a   timely basis thereby minimizing the possibility of additional penalties   and/or assessments.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, related field or     equivalent experience required
   
    State and local tax compliance with an emphasis in state tax laws and     regulations
   
    Must have excellent communication skills both oral and written
   
    Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of     Microsoft Access

Desired Skills & Experience

CPA or Masters degree in taxation
    Experience with large automated systems (i.e. billing, general ledger, and     a/p)
   
    Familiarity with automated tax systems. (Vertex, Taxware, etc.)
   
    Experienced with SAP, PeopleSoft or other major accounting systems
   
    Tax research and audit experience a plus

Additional Information

$50 to $60K

Please email resume to [email protected]