Senior Analyst - U.S. Tax Resolutions

Boston Scientific•Georgetown, MA

About The Position

Initiate and prepare prompt and accurate responses to IRS and state information document requests and similar inquiries. Coordinate with various internal stakeholders to plan for future audits by creating contemporaneous documentation of transactions and material tax positions. Research and develop technical support for positions taken on returns in response to federal and state examination inquiries. Collaborate with tax teams to proactively identify risks and create audit strategies. Analyze settlement alternatives or examination issues, including modeling scenarios, and make recommendations to management. Includes utilization of software Working with subject matter experts, review the risk of tax return positions taken and analyze the need for reserves pursuant to ASC 740-10. Work with internal and external resources to identify domestic tax savings opportunities. Prepare federal and state amended income tax returns and carryback claims as necessary. Develop and maintain working relationships with internal business partners including Legal, Accounting, Human Resources, etc. to facilitate information gathering and gain further understanding of business activities. Support other tax groups on forecasting, planning, income tax compliance and accounting teams to communicate the impacts of all audit activities. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, leverage technology and seek continuous improvements related to audit and compliance activities. Document and update audit methodologies, templates, and tools to reflect changes in regulatory requirements and business needs.

Requirements

BA/BS in accounting with 4+ years of federal tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department
Knowledge of federal and state income tax matters including foreign reporting in the U.S. return
Working knowledge of and experience with accounting per ASC 740
Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
Self-motivated, independent worker, with a collaborative mindset and proven ability to work across teams
Strong accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills and organization skills
Computer skills (SAP, Excel, Hyperion) and tax research skills

Responsibilities

Initiate and prepare prompt and accurate responses to IRS and state information document requests and similar inquiries.
Coordinate with various internal stakeholders to plan for future audits by creating contemporaneous documentation of transactions and material tax positions.
Research and develop technical support for positions taken on returns in response to federal and state examination inquiries.
Collaborate with tax teams to proactively identify risks and create audit strategies.
Analyze settlement alternatives or examination issues, including modeling scenarios, and make recommendations to management.
Working with subject matter experts, review the risk of tax return positions taken and analyze the need for reserves pursuant to ASC 740-10.
Work with internal and external resources to identify domestic tax savings opportunities.
Prepare federal and state amended income tax returns and carryback claims as necessary.
Develop and maintain working relationships with internal business partners including Legal, Accounting, Human Resources, etc. to facilitate information gathering and gain further understanding of business activities.
Support other tax groups on forecasting, planning, income tax compliance and accounting teams to communicate the impacts of all audit activities.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, leverage technology and seek continuous improvements related to audit and compliance activities.
Document and update audit methodologies, templates, and tools to reflect changes in regulatory requirements and business needs.