Sr Tax Analyst

Sinch • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is a hybrid role based in Chicago, Illinois, with one in-office day required each week. ABOUT SINCH Sinch is pioneering the way the world communicates. More than 200,000 businesses — including Google, Uber, Paypal, Visa, Tinder, and many others — rely on Sinch’s Customer Communications Cloud to power engaging customer experiences through mobile messaging, voice, and email. Whether you need to verify users or craft omnichannel campaigns, Sinch makes it easy. Our AI-infused Super Network, APIs, and applications ensure you can connect with your customers reliably and securely, at every step of their journey. At Sinch we “Dream Big”, “Win Together”, “Keep it simple”, and “Make it Happen”. These values are our foundation! DESCRIPTION The Senior Tax Analyst supports the company’s U.S. Federal and state income tax compliance. Responsibilities include collecting and reviewing data for tax returns, U.S. international reporting, and quarterly income tax provisions. In addition, the role involves assisting with federal and state tax audits, inquiries, and notices, and may include some indirect tax work. This position reports to the Senior Tax Manager and is based in Chicago, Illinois, with one in-office day required each week. The Tax team at Sinch is collaborative, results-oriented, and committed to supporting one another to achieve individual and group success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation
• 4+ years of relevant accounting or tax experience
• CPA license required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of U.S. income tax.
• Experience with general ledger systems such as Microsoft AX, NetSuite, SAP by Design, QuickBooks, billing systems, or internal tax engines.
• Superior organization, prioritization, and planning skills
• Track record of taking initiative to drive individual and team results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Assertive, creative, and adaptable to changing conditions

Nice To Haves

• Big Four accounting experience preferred
• Experience with gross receipts taxes, franchise taxes, or international tax reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather and review financial data for Federal and state income tax returns, including US international reporting.
• Review returns prepared by third-party advisors.
• Review quarterly income tax provisions prepared under IAS 12 (IFRS equivalent to ASC 740).
• Prepare quarterly income tax reserve calculations.
• Prepare quarterly reconciliations/proof for income tax liability and receivable accounts.
• Gather data and prepare detailed documentation (e.g., work papers, memos) to support and defend the company's tax positions and computations.
• Prepare responses and documentation for tax notices and inquiries from domestic and international tax authorities.
• Monitor changes in U.S. tax legislation.
• Quantify and model the impact of tax planning strategies and legislative and regulatory developments.
• Demonstrate ability to research tax issues, and be proficient in interpreting and applying tax laws, regulations and cases to specific transactions and factual situations.
• Proactively contributes to initiatives that streamline tax processes and strengthen controls.
• Help drive efficiency gains by using automation tools and standardizing documentation.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive market competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• A variety of supplemental plans are also provided to meet your individual needs including access to telehealth for all participants.
• Take advantage of our free virtual counselling resources through our global Employee Assistance Program.
• Plan for your future with our Roth and Pre-tax 401(k) options including an employer match for all participants.
• Enjoy a generous paid time off program.
• We value balance and understand that performance at work requires time to rest at home and/or rejuvenate at vacation.
• We know that families can be built in a variety of ways; therefore, we offer paid parental leave and family planning support.
• Our flexible remote work offerings allow you to work wherever you are the most productive and successful.
• Support betterment in your community and beyond by taking paid time off to support a volunteer program of your choice.

What This Job Offers

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