Analyst- Tax II USA

First Solar (US)•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$62,500 - $89,000

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: The Tax Analyst II - International is responsible for supporting international tax strategic analyses, documentation, and compliance with respect to various cross-border domestic taxes and international taxes. The role will also be responsible for preparing U.S. international tax compliance returns and related workpapers and supporting the international tax provision calculations and documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
2-4 years tax experience in Public Accounting environment or relevant multinational experience
Strong mathematical and financial/accounting analytical and work paper preparation skills using Excel
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience with U.S. international tax forms such as Forms 5471, 8858, and 1118
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results
Ability to work effectively within the tax department and with other functions
Detail oriented, strong critical thinking skills to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs

Nice To Haves

MBA, MST or CPA a plus
International tax experience preferred
Public Accounting Experience a plus
Experience with CSC CorpTax software preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare US informational tax returns in CSC CorpTax and work papers (5471, 8858, 8865, 1118, etc.) including schedules for annual/quarterly Subpart F income, Net CFC Tested Income (previously known as Global intangible low-taxed income), E&P studies, and section 163j
Support maintenance of CSC CorpTax database with regard to foreign entities’ ownership and information
Maintenance of permanent tax files for the Company’s international subsidiaries, prepare various elections and relevant filings (i.e. entity classification, tax residency certificate requests)
Analyze and Prepare Monthly & Annual U.S. Withholding Compliance Remittances & Returns
Support external tax advisors and auditors with information requests
As needed, prepare or confirm periodic journal entries, reconciliations and working papers to support the Company’s various international tax matters
Identify areas to improve efficiency and accuracy in international tax reporting and compliance
Perform self-review of work product ensuring agreement to source information and balancing of tax return
Other duties as assigned
Job description subject to change at any time.