Senior Tax Analyst (Hybrid)

First American • Santa Ana, CA

23h • $85,000 - $113,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. At First American, we put People First. For more than 130 years, we’ve built our reputation on trust, integrity, and service. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering meaningful impact. We’re seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join our Corporate Tax team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide range of tax work within a large, established organization—while contributing to continuous improvement and modernization of our tax processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 6–8 years of corporate tax or public accounting (tax) experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax regulations
• Experience preparing complex tax returns and supporting schedules
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• CPA or Master of Business Taxation
• Experience supporting SEC or public company reporting
• Familiarity with ERP systems and tax software

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns and related filings
• Analyze tax accounts and reconcile to the general ledger
• Resolve tax issues and controversies through applied and directed research
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements
• Assess the business impact of tax law updates and implement appropriate process changes
• Respond to tax authority inquiries and support audits
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, documentation, and internal controls
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, and external advisors
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Benefits

• Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level