Tax Analyst 1 - Property

Berkshire Hathaway Energy • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Tax Analyst 1 - Property performs tax and accounting reporting, analysis, and compliance activities supporting property tax and sales and use tax functions for Berkshire Hathaway Energy, MidAmerican Energy Company, BHE Renewables LLC, BHE U.S. Transmission LLC, Berkshire HomeServices of America, and other assigned companies. The position develops knowledge of applicable tax requirements, company operations, accounting processes, and tax systems while completing assigned responsibilities with guidance and review.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and demonstrated ability to analyze financial and operational information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to organize and analyze data in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to research issues, document work, follow established procedures, and communicate questions or concerns promptly.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments within established deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively with personnel inside and outside the department and adapt to changing priorities, systems, and business requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or experience in accounting, taxation, finance, or data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare property tax renditions, reports, schedules, and payment documentation using established procedures and source data.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts, cash flow estimates, and accounting activities related to property tax, sales and use tax, and excise tax.
• Develop proficiency in tax systems, accounting systems, and departmental procedures.
• Assist in reviewing property tax assessments and identifying items requiring further evaluation.
• Prepare or assist with monthly property tax provisions and supporting reconciliations.
• Analyze, reconcile, and adjust use tax accounts monthly.
• Support Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulatory reporting and rate-case filings related to non-income taxes.
• Complete assigned tax filings, reports, payments, and responses to notices and information requests within established deadlines.
• Assist company personnel with routine sales and use tax questions by gathering relevant facts, applying established guidance, and escalating matters requiring additional technical analysis.
• Research and document routine and moderately complex tax issues with guidance.
• Prepare supporting schedules, correspondence, and memoranda documenting applicable facts and conclusions.
• Maintain sales and use tax reference and training materials used by company personnel.
• Assist with sales and use tax and property tax audits, property tax payments, special projects, and analyses.
• Assist with reviewing transactions and purchase agreements for potential sales and use tax implications.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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