Senior Indirect Tax Analyst

RR Donnelley•Grand Island, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Indirect Tax Analyst is responsible for preparing and completing tax returns and reports related to state and local sales/use, provincial, and other tax liabilities. This role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all relevant tax laws and reviewing proposals for their tax implications to recommend actions that align with business plans while managing tax liability. The analyst will also assist with international, non-U.S. transaction tax guidance and support tax implications related to mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence as needed. Additionally, the position involves providing direction and technical guidance to both internal and external customers.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance, minimum
Must be able to consistently identify critical elements, variables, and alternatives to develop solutions.
Must be able to organize/prioritize existing resources and incorporate new information, as needed, to implement the most effective solutions.
Requires excellent communication skills with the ability to state messages clearly that are easy for others to understand.
Able to apply excellent business acumen and collaborative skills when resolving problems.
Able to apply excellent functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows, MAC, or other technical tools in completing assignments.
Able to mentor junior-level team members in the use of tools and/or systems in the position.
Must be able to modify communication style both formal and informal to match the appropriate level of the audience targeted.
Requires a strong understanding of the impact of a message on the organization or customer.
Experience with tax compliance software and general ledger packages.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Taxation, preferred
CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Preparation of state/local/provincial sales/use tax returns, various other tax filings, and related research activities.
Conduct complex tax compliance activities and support tax-planning projects.
Verify the accuracy of the general ledger sales tax accrual accounts, as well as the monthly divisional data including tax accrued on A/P & fixed assets as well as exempt sales.
Oversee the complex taxing requirements of all customers.
Ensure proper documentation exists for all exempt customers.
Ensure proper documentation exists for all miscellaneous charges included on invoices. Storage, freight, and numerous other services must be set up accurately by state to avoid substantial audit assessments.
Assist in ensuring the proper collection and payment of sales/use taxes through the maintenance of various tax programs.
Prepare, review, and negotiate claims for sales tax refunds.
Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Lead in handling state and local tax audits.
Review tax work of staff members.
Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of state/provincial sales tax laws, legislation, and current developments.
Recognize and anticipate tax issues; make recommendations and work to resolve them.
Initiate and act as team lead in various tax-related projects.
Mentor junior-level team members.