Senior Tax Associate

Verizon • Basking Ridge, NJ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Verizon is seeking a Senior Tax Associate with hands-on experience in state and local tax compliance. The role manages state and local gross receipts tax (GRT) filings and payments, supports tax inquiries and audits, analyzes revenue data, and contributes to process improvements and special projects. Gross receipts tax or telecommunications industry experience is beneficial but not required; candidates with state and local tax experience from other industries or public accounting are encouraged to apply.

This is a hybrid position with a defined work location, including work from home and at least three office days per week, as set by the manager. The scheduled workweek is 40 hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, or four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Experience in state and local tax compliance.
• Familiarity with state tax laws, regulations, and multi-jurisdictional filings.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification.
• Public accounting experience, preferably at a Big 4 or large regional firm.
• Ability to prioritize deliverables with competing timelines.
• Ability to build relationships and work cross-functionally.
• Strong proficiency with automation and visualization tools such as Alteryx, Qlik, Tableau, or generative AI tax solutions.
• Highly motivated, technical, and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to work successfully both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Telecommunications industry experience.
• Experience with income tax or gross receipts tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage accurate and timely filing of assigned state and local gross receipts tax returns, maintaining documented and accurate analysis and supporting materials.
• Process state and local tax payments by applicable deadlines and follow internal policies and procedures.
• Gather documentation and support responses to state and local tax inquiries and audits.
• Use Excel, Alteryx, generative AI solutions, and data visualization software to handle high volumes of revenue data and streamline workflows.
• Communicate clearly and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external state and local tax authorities.
• Identify process improvements and reduce redundant tasks using automation tools.
• Assist with special projects, including tax research initiatives, and analyze their impact on tax filings as required.
• Perform routine reconciliations for tax liability accounts and assist with team cash forecasting and budgeting.
• Ensure internal controls are followed for all compliance functions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Group home and auto insurance.
• Matched 401(k) savings plan.
• Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Tuition assistance.
• Other incentives and an award-winning total rewards package.
• Potential premium pay, including overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, or allowances, depending on the role.
• Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service.

What This Job Offers

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