Tax Analyst I, Federal Tax

Amazon; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a US Income Tax Analyst I to join their dynamic Federal compliance and reporting team. This role involves managing US federal income tax filings, assisting with tax planning opportunities, and supporting the preparation of tax provisions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, driving process improvements and collaborating with the Tax Technology team. If you have a strong background in tax compliance and are eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in tax or related fields.
• Experience in a large public accounting firm or corporate tax department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal tax returns and audit-ready work papers.
• Research tax planning ideas for U.S. income tax reporting.
• Support IRS income tax audits and maintain deferred tax positions.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Tax Planning

Communication Skills

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Job description

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Job Description

Amazon is seeking a US Income Tax Analyst I for its Federal compliance and reporting team in India. The Amazon Tax Department is a fast-paced, team-focused, and dynamic environment. This position will be responsible for managing the preparation of US federal income tax filings, assisting in planning opportunities, and supporting the team that manages and prepares Amazon’s Tax Provision.

Income Tax Compliance Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of federal tax returns and audit-ready work papers, including US reporting of foreign transactions
• Preparation and review of tax adjustments for financial accounting for income taxes and maintenance of deferred tax positions
• Drive process improvements and coordinate with the Tax Technology team to facilitate streamlining and automation
• Research and analyze tax planning ideas to determine impacts for U.S. income tax reporting and the federal elements of the worldwide tax provision
• Support IRS income tax audits by preparing responses and schedules
• Keep up-to-date on tax law changes and their organizational impact
• Support federal planning, controversy, state and local tax reporting, US outbound, and provision activities
• Handle special projects as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in tax and/or related fields
• Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multinational corporate tax department

Preferred Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant, CPA, or Enrolled Agent certification
• Knowledge of state and local, and US outbound tax issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in tax, finance, or related analytical fields

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Posted: Various dates in 2025, with recent updates within the last 10 hours

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