Sr Analyst- Tax USA

First Solar•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$80,700 - $115,000

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: The Senior International Tax Analyst is responsible for supporting international tax strategic analyses, documentation, and compliance with respect to various cross-border domestic taxes and international taxes. Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodation that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
3-7 years tax experience in Public Accounting environment or relevant multinational experience
International tax experience required
Strong mathematical and financial/accounting analytical and work paper skills
Sophisticated Excel knowledge & skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proven track record of project management & organizational skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results.
Quickly adapt to a changing environment
Ability to quickly apply learned knowledge to new and changing facts.
Strong critical thinking skills to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out.

Nice To Haves

MBA, MST, or CPA a plus
Experience with CSC Corp Tax software a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and review US informational tax returns and work papers (5471, 8858, 8865, 1118, etc.), including schedules for annual/quarterly Subpart F income, Net CFC Tested Income (previously known as global intangible low-taxed income), Section 956 and other inclusions, E&P studies, foreign tax credits, currency related matters, and maintenance of permanent tax files for the Company’s international subsidiaries
Strategically analyze structures and document analyses regarding various elections and prepare and file relevant filings (i.e., entity classification, tax residency certificate, §338)
Analyze, prepare, or review Monthly & Annual U.S. Withholding Compliance Remittances & Returns
Assist in tax processes optimization regarding quarterly and annual financial and tax return reporting as it relates to certain US cross-border matters.
Conduct tax research related to business activities (US cross-border & foreign) and identify, conclude & document tax risks.
Assist and liaise with foreign advisors and help with documentation of various tax considerations regarding business development and other tax planning strategies.
Support external tax advisors and auditors with information requests.
As needed, prepare or confirm periodic journal entries, reconciliations and working papers to support the Company’s various intercompany and tax matters
Remain informed with respect to tax law developments and assessment of related impact on the company.
Other duties as assigned.