Tax Analyst
About The Position
Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth. We have an opening for a Tax Analyst. The primary role of this position is to assist in maintaining firm wide tax compliance in the United States and foreign jurisdictions at federal, state, and local levels.
Requirements
- Strong MS Excel and Word skills;
- Capable of juggling multiple assignments simultaneously and taking ownership of key responsibilities;
- Must have ‘can do’ attitude and be willing to do what it takes to meet tight deadlines;
- Maintain a collaborative mindset by supporting team initiatives and adapting to changing business needs;
- Possess strong analytical skills and methodical, detail-oriented approach in completing assignments; and
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting or related field is required;
- Must be able to perform research on tax laws and regulations for various jurisdictions and different types of tax;
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 plus years of experience in public accounting at a multi-office professional services organization is preferred;
- Relevant experience with preparing U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns is desired;
- Exposure to international, VAT, business, property, sales/use, and excise taxation in addition to income tax is desired;
- CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA licensure is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Analyze data provided by the Finance and Accounting group and prepare tax schedules for the preparation of the U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns, business tax returns, sales and use tax returns, and international tax compliance requirements;
- Prepare partnership and nonresident partner estimated tax calculations;
- Prepare quarterly partner income tax projections;
- Maintain partners’ composite tax elections and related records;
- Prepare and review the partners’ U.S. and international partner withholding tax calculation;
- Prepare applicable general ledger analysis and perform quality assurance procedures;
- Monitor current and proposed changes in tax laws and regulations; research as needed;
- Reconcile general ledger accounts as needed;
- Assist in annual tax reconciliation project and;
- Ad hoc requests from partners or management as required.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
- 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
- Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
- Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
- Retirement Plan Consulting
- Anniversary Bonus Program
- Professional Development Programs
- Transportation and Commuter Benefits
- International Travel Insurance
- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
- Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Insurance
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
