senior income tax analyst, Income Tax Operations

Starbucks • Seattle, WA

225d

About The Position

Now Brewing - senior income tax analyst, Income Tax Operations! From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. This job contributes to Starbucks success by supporting global tax compliance, income tax provision, tax research and planning projects. Prepares and reviews required income tax filings with minimal direction. This role is expected to be knowledgeable in federal and international income tax issues of a multinational corporation and work cross-functionally throughout the organization to gather and validate necessary data. The role will support continuous process improvement efforts. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Requirements

• Tax experience in public accounting or private industry.
• Experience with preparation of US federal consolidated income tax returns.
• Knowledge about federal and international income tax issues of a multinational corporation.
• Experience with accounting systems and processes; demonstrates mindset of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Experience with international tax knowledge preferred.
• Certified public accountant, chartered accountant, or licensed attorney preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; organized and attentive to details; ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate technical tax information to both tax and non-tax customers.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with peers across the finance organization.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Word.
• Undergraduate in accounting, finance or business-related field preferred.
• Master's in Taxation or JD with LLM in tax preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares US federal consolidated income tax returns and completes quarterly tax reporting requirements.
• Prepares book to tax adjustments for quarterly income tax provision calculations.
• Supports specific global income tax issues throughout tax reporting life cycle (planning/forecasting, tax accounting, compliance, and audit).
• Interprets changes to income tax laws and regulations to update income tax models and forecasts.
• Contributes to overall international/domestic tax planning by preparing scenarios of alternative outcomes and fact patterns; calculates, documents, and effectively explains cost, benefits, and risks.
• Performs tax research for routine tax issues; clearly documents and communicates findings, both orally and in writing.
• Implements new processes to meet changing tax requirements and identifies opportunities to improve efficiencies in existing processes.
• Effectively utilizes available technology and internal reporting tools to gather and analyze data to support complex calculations.
• Identifies and implements improvements to the underlying workpapers.
• Navigates the organization to build cross-functional relationships in support of compliance and reporting initiatives.

Benefits

• Access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
• Access to short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family expansion reimbursement.
• Paid vacation from date of hire.
• Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked).
• Eight paid holidays and two personal days per year.
• Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.).
• Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock).
• Incentivized emergency savings and financial well-being tools.
• 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
• Student loan management resources and access to other educational opportunities.
• Access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree