Tax Analyst II

Owens Corning•Toledo, OH

10d

About The Position

The Domestic Tax Analyst contributes to Owens Corning’s success by assisting with the preparation of required tax filings, tax research, projects, planning and audits to ensure compliance with tax laws and minimize the overall tax liabilities for both US Indirect (sales/use, property) and Income Taxes. The Tax Department leadership is committed to training and mentoring team members in a wide variety of tax issues, facilitating the professional and technical development of each team member. In this position, you will experience a great team environment, excellent training and coaching, challenging project and compliance work, exposure and visibility throughout the company while working for a respected multi-national company.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related area required; CPA certification preferred
At least 2 years relevant tax/public accounting experience required
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; advanced Excel preferred
Basic introductory level understanding of income and non-income taxes.
Experienced in working with complex, automated spreadsheets linking to ERP data and other supporting systems
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Understanding of tax law; ability to research tax topics to stay current on changes in tax law
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly organized and resourceful, ensuring accuracy and efficiency; able to plan effectively to manage multiple priorities
Ability to anticipate challenges and proactively mitigate obstacles
Strong collaboration and influencing skills; capable of working credibly and effectively with cross-functional tax and finance teams
Proven ability to drive results and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Continuous improvement mindset leading to evaluation of existing operational processes and application of data transformation to streamline workflows

Nice To Haves

CPA certification preferred

Responsibilities

Build relationships within the functional organization, and the cross functional organization
Understand and be able to articulate the objectives of the organization
Understand our customers, business channels and the unique challenges and needs of each
Leverage technology to prepare and review monthly data reports in support of the Indirect Tax compliance process across multiple jurisdictions
Assist in the identification, evaluation, implementation and ongoing maintenance of tax technology solutions
Assist in responding to US federal and state and local tax audit inquiries and jurisdictional tax notices
Ensure correct collection and archiving of customer exemption and resale documentation
Review transactions for tax implications related to sales/use and property tax impact
Support the quarterly and year-end US income tax provision process by performing assigned tasks
Support tax planning, special projects, and other tax related work as needed
Collaborates with the Business Units and Global Tax personnel as well as cross-functional departments
Performing tax technical research as necessary to support the Company’s tax positions
Inspires and actively participates in cross-functional teamwork to maximize the performance of the tax function
Communicates clearly and consistently with global finance and tax leaders to strengthen collaboration across the finance organization; encourages and contributes to sharing new ideas and process improvements to enhance all aspects of the tax function
Serves as role model for Owens Corning employees in growth, development, and professional conduct
Demonstrates strong accountability, organizational skills, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently
Actively invests in the growth and development of others while remaining engaged in personal development