Senior Analyst- Federal Tax Compliance & Planning

Mastercard-posted 4 months ago
$100,000 - $160,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Purchase, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Federal Tax Compliance and Planning team is responsible for preparing and filing all U.S. Federal income tax filings and related estimated payments in a timely manner. The Federal Tax Compliance and Planning team also supports the design and implementation of processes and controls to ensure accurate, complete, and timely compliance with various aspects of financial tax accounting and reporting standards as they relate to income taxes, including but not limited to: interim and annual reporting; current tax provision; uncertain tax positions; deferred taxes; and valuation allowances. The Senior Analyst, Federal Tax Compliance and Planning prepares and maintains significant aspects of the federal tax records, returns, reports and other related materials in compliance with U.S. federal tax laws and regulations and supports the financial reporting of Mastercard's income tax expense and liabilities. Further, this role has responsibility for supporting acquisition integration; assisting with the planning, development and evaluation of Mastercard’s tax policies; and participates in the development of tax strategy, including using legal means to minimize tax liability based on a thorough knowledge of U.S. tax laws and regulations.

  • Collect financial data and analyze it for federal tax adjustment reporting in consolidated returns and other filings.
  • Assist in assuring that the federal tax returns comply with the requirements of appropriate federal law, as well as the high documentation standards established, and are timely filed.
  • Provides acquisition integration support.
  • Remain aware of Mastercard business issues to determine the proper tax treatment.
  • Stays current with and communicates with internal business partners and colleagues federal tax law changes that may impact Mastercard.
  • Provide technical support for positions taken including research, application of tax rules and documentation of conclusion as required.
  • Assist in streamlining tasks and building technological efficiencies to improve processes while maintaining a quality work product.
  • Supports federal audit initiatives and assists in defending issues raised in tax examinations by the IRS.
  • Contributes to and supports development of strategies to reduce Mastercard's current tax liability and effective tax rate as permitted under applicable tax laws.
  • Assist with aspects of ASC 740 corporate income tax provision and related footnote disclosures to be included in the annual and interim public filings as required.
  • Assist in responding to information requests from independent auditors and external advisors and participates in discussions surrounding tax positions taken.
  • Serves as a consultant to finance and other business partners by providing tax information and advice.
  • Interface with members of the tax department and other colleagues within the organization in support of tax planning initiatives including structuring of transactions and other tax opportunities permitted under relevant tax law.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and adherence to policies that create a strong internal control environment under Sarbanes-Oxley.
  • Maintains global tax policies and procedures in accordance with relevant tax regulations.
  • BA in Accounting. CPA preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in corporate taxation with an emphasis on tax compliance, research, and provision.
  • Big 4 accounting background or prior corporate tax department experience preferred.
  • Ability to perform tax research, apply U.S. tax law and prepare memorandum summarizing findings.
  • Proficiency in the use of a tax return preparation software; experience in OneSource Tax Provision and/or CorpTax a plus.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to identify and implement continuous process improvements.
  • Ability to organize, manage and work effectively to accomplish multiple tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and in groups to complete time-sensitive projects within internal and external deadlines.
  • Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in the organization.
  • insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • flexible spending account and health savings account
  • paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)
  • 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
  • 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire
  • 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
  • 401k with a best-in-class company match
  • deferred compensation for eligible roles
  • fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
  • eligibility for tuition reimbursement
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