Global Tax Analyst – International & U.S. Tax

Cengage Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group, a global edtech leader, seeks a Tax Analyst to support the international and domestic tax posture. The role reports to the International Tax Manager and splits time ~70% on U.S. international income tax provisions and 30% on U.S. federal/state tax provisions.

Ideal candidates have U.S. tax experience and a strong tax foundation. We welcome candidates with a CPA or graduate tax degree and 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Master’s in Tax or Accounting and CPA preferred.
• 2–4 years of U.S. federal/state income tax and/or U.S. international income tax compliance and provision experience.
• Proficient with Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with OneSource tax compliance software is strongly preferred.
• Experience with tax provision software is a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Hyperion or similar ERP platforms is a plus.
• Experience with data analytics tools (Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx) is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual U.S. international income tax provisions and compliance.
• Prepare U.S. federal/state income tax provisions and compliance.
• Research tax issues and draft supporting memoranda with alternative positions.
• Assist with tax planning projects and department improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and documentation of tax workpapers and filings.
• Collaborate with team to manage tax filings and projects within deadlines.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Power BI

Power Query

Alteryx

OneSource tax

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Hyperion)

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Tax research

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Master's in Tax or Accounting and CPA, preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax provision software

ERP systems

Job description

Cengage Group, a global edtech leader, seeks a Tax Analyst to support the international and domestic tax posture. The role reports to the International Tax Manager and splits time ~70% on U.S. international income tax provisions and 30% on U.S. federal/state tax provisions.

Ideal candidates have U.S. tax experience and a strong tax foundation. We welcome candidates with a CPA or graduate tax degree and 2–4 years of relevant experience.