Indirect Senior Tax Analyst

Cleveland-Cliffs

3d•$85,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland-Cliffs is looking for an Indirect Senior Tax Analyst to support indirect tax compliance, reporting, and audit activities for Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. and its subsidiaries (“CCI”). This position also assists with various tax department administrative tasks, including the management of the indirect tax compliance calendar. As an Indirect Senior Tax Analyst, this individual will work closely with the CCI Tax Analysts, providing guidance and assisting in their technical and professional development. In addition, the Indirect Senior Tax Analyst may assist with various direct tax calculations, analyses, and filings. While performing these various assignments, the Indirect Senior Tax Analyst will interface with other CCI departments (e.g., Accounting, Commercial, Financial Planning, Legal, Treasury, etc.) and, where appropriate, CCI’s external advisors. The individual filling this position will report directly to the Indirect Tax Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
At least 3 years of experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm working directly on the preparation of indirect tax returns, specifically multi-state property tax and sales & use tax.
Possess a strong understanding of indirect taxes. Must have a desire to learn the intricacies of indirect taxation and apply the acquired knowledge.
Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business transactions.
Demonstrates an understanding of accounting / U.S. GAAP principles (financial statements, trial balances, journal entries, etc.).
Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Expresses ideas clearly in documents with a focus on organization, structure, grammar, language, and terminology adjusted to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Orally expresses ideas effectively in individual and group situations.
Establishes high-performance standards, striving to attain those standards, taking initiative, and demonstrating commitment to the organization and to the profession. Ability to work independently and in an agile environment.
Learns new material quickly, understands abstract concepts, recognizes subtle interrelationships, and handles complexity.
Sets goals, develops strategies and schedules for meeting those goals, and anticipates obstacles and alternative strategies.
Interacts with others in ways that enhance understanding and respect, recognizes the needs of others, develops meaningful relationships, and deals effectively with conflict.
Proficient in OneSource Property Tax or similar software used in the preparation of indirect tax returns.
Proficient in Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle, Ellipse, Hyperion, SAP, and Sage Fixed Assets.
Strong technology skills, knowledge of information systems.
CPA license is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and submission of multi-state indirect tax returns including, but not limited to, property and sales & use and supporting work papers and files for CCI entities. This includes assisting with requesting, gathering, and processing financial information, utilizing software applications to effectively generate the tax returns as well as supporting work papers and files while providing a clear audit trail to source documentation.
Assist with indirect tax accrual calculations, account reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and other financial reporting requirements.
Review work papers prepared by tax analysts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws and company standards.
Assist with the preparation and mailing of indirect tax payments.
Assist with the management of the annual indirect tax calendar.
Assist with indirect tax audits and inquiries, including gathering supporting documentation for use in responding to matters raised by exam teams.
Assist in the analysis of new and proposed tax legislation and regulations, reporting requirements, and court cases, identifying potential impacts to CCI and actions to be taken.
Assist with maintaining the electronic files and records of the tax department.
Actively identify and implement tax department process improvements including, but not limited to, utilizing software to its maximum potential.
Participation on quality improvement teams.
Minimal travel to other CCI sites.