Lead Tax Analyst

Connection
medical insurance, paid time off, sick time, 401(k)
United States, New Hampshire, Merrimack
730 Milford Road (Show on map)
Sep 23, 2024
Lead Tax Analyst Look out pivot tables, there’s a new spreadsheet superstar in town. Integrity, honesty, and attention to detail define your profession—and you’re the best at what you do. Merrimack, NH CONNECTION At Connection, our purpose is simple: we connect people with technology. From hardware—PCs, printers, servers, and more—to cutting-edge cloud, cybersecurity, and professional IT services, we design, build, and support the IT solutions that thousands of companies, schools, and government agencies rely on every day. We like to think of ourselves as the IT Department for our customers’ IT Department. Our company started out almost 40 years ago with two employees and a phone line. Today we’re a Fortune 1000 IT solutions partner operating in 174 countries around the world—still driven by that startup mentality and guided by our original purpose. https://www.connection.com/ keywords: position summary,what we do,who we are,why you should join us,analysis,teamwork,compliance,documentation,quality assurance,education & experience,skills,knowledge Full Time $83,000.00/Yr. - $106,390.00/Yr. Overview: What We Do: We calm the confusion of IT by guiding the connection between people and technology. If a customer is looking for a better way to manage their warehouse inventory, equip their workforce, or secure their data, we make it happen. All it takes is finding the right combination of tech hardware, software, cloud solutions, and support services. That’s what we do. We’re the IT Department’s IT Department. Who We Are: Our team is made stronger by a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. It’s what makes Connection unique—what drives us to innovate and create technology solutions that stand apart from the crowd. We’d love for you to be a part of that fabric, to share your ideas and experiences with a team that thrives on fresh thinking, creativity, and helping others. Why You Should Join Us: You’ll find supportive teammates and a rewarding career at Connection—plus great benefits. We take pride in supporting employees with a total rewards package that provides financial, emotional, and physical resources for you and your family. Our compensation, 401k plans, medical insurance, and other benefits are progressive and competitive. We value the importance of our employees’ emotional well-being. To support employees, we provide free therapy visits, mental health coaching and tools, and meditation resources. You’ll also enjoy a generous paid time off package that includes not only vacation and sick time, but also Wellness and Volunteer Time Off days. The Lead Tax Analyst plays a crucial role in managing the company's tax reporting and compliance within different tax functions and various jurisdictions, including federal, state, and international. The Lead Tax Analyst prepares and reviews tax filings, conducts tax research, manages audits and supports the company's tax-related projects. The Lead Tax Analyst also provides guidance and mentorship to other members of the organization and fosters collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate tax filings and compliance with relevant laws. Entity of type com.vizirecruiter.common.domain.model.Label with id: 2025 Entity of type com.vizirecruiter.common.domain.model.Label with id: 2024 Entity of type com.vizirecruiter.common.domain.model.Label with id: 16471 Responsibilities: Ensures income tax compliance thru accurate tax accounting and reporting in collaboration with the Finance team. Prepares the tax provision in accordance with ASC740. Prepares quarterly estimates and extension calculations. Reviews federal and state income tax returns. Ensures timely filing of all tax documents and compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintains and updates tax-related documentation and records. Manages tax audits and coordinates responses to tax authorities. Conducts Sales and Use Tax research and analysis on tax issues, provides recommendations for compliance and planning. Stays current with changes in sales tax laws and regulations. Responds to internal and external sales tax questions regarding taxability of the Company’s various product offerings and confirms tax rates for multiple legal entities doing business in all 50 states. Prepares and reviews audit documentation and workpapers. Negotiates with tax authorities to resolve disputes. Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the income and sales & use tax functions. Collaborates with IT and finance teams to implement tax automation solutions and improve reporting accuracy. Stays updated with industry best practices and technological advancements in tax compliance and reporting. Develops and maintains internal controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Collaborates and works closely with various departments to gather necessary information for tax filings and planning. Provides support for special projects, including system implementations and process improvements. Collaborates with external tax advisors and consultants as needed. Entity of type com.vizirecruiter.common.domain.model.Label with id: 1212 Requirements: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in tax compliance and reporting with a mix of income tax and sales & use tax experience, preferably within a corporate or public accounting environment. Experience with Value Added Tax is highly desirable. Proven track record of managing tax audits and working with tax authorities. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations. Proficiency in tax preparation software and ERP systems (JD Edwards G/L or similar and Vertex is a plus). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax professionals. Leadership and team management capabilities. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Advanced degree in Taxation or Law (JD/LLM) is a plus. Min USD $83,000.00/Yr. Max USD $106,390.00/Yr.