Indirect Senior Tax Analyst

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. seeks an Indirect Senior Tax Analyst to support indirect tax compliance, reporting and audit activities for the company and subsidiaries. You will work with Tax Analysts, guiding and developing them while assisting with tax calculations and filings.

The role requires a bachelor’s in accounting and 3+ years in indirect tax, with strong knowledge of OneSource Property Tax and Excel. Occasional travel to other sites is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• 3+ years in corporate tax or public accounting, indirect tax returns (multi-state property tax and sales & use).
• Strong understanding of indirect taxes.
• Ability to learn complex tax rules and apply them to transactions.
• Knowledge of US GAAP; strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of independent work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with multi-state indirect tax returns and supporting work papers.
• Support indirect tax accrual calculations, reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Assist in audits and inquiries with exam teams and documents.
• Manage indirect tax calendar and coordination with tax analysts.
• Identify process improvements and leverage software to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Indirect tax

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

OneSource Property Tax

Excel

Oracle

Ellipse

Hyperion

SAP

Sage Fixed Assets

Job description

Location: Cleveland, OH Cleveland-Cliffs is looking for an Indirect Senior Tax Analyst to support indirect tax compliance, reporting, and audit activities for Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. and its subsidiaries(“CCI”). This position also assists with various tax department administrative tasks, including the management of the indirect tax compliance calendar. As an Indirect Senior Tax Analyst, this individual will work closely with the CCI Tax Analysts, providing guidance and assisting in their technical and professional development. In addition, the Indirect Senior Tax Analyst may assist with various direct tax calculations, analyses, and filings. While performing these various assignments, the Indirect Senior Tax Analyst will interface with other CCI departments (e.g., Accounting, Commercial, Financial Planning, Legal, Treasury, etc.) and, where appropriate, CCI’s external advisors. The individual filling this position will report directly to the Indirect Tax Manager.

Summary of Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and submission of multi-state indirect tax returns including, but not limited to, property and sales & use and supporting work papers and files for CCI entities. This includes assisting with requesting, gathering, and processing financial information, utilizing software applications to effectively generate the tax returns as well as supporting work papers and files while providing a clear audit trail to source documentation. Assist with indirect tax accrual calculations, account reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and other financial reporting requirements. Review work papers prepared by tax analysts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws and company standards. Assist with the preparation and mailing of indirect tax payments. Assist with the management of the annual indirect tax calendar. Assist with indirect tax audits and inquiries, including gathering supporting documentation for use in responding to matters raised by exam teams. Assist in the analysis of new and proposed tax legislation and regulations, reporting requirements, and court cases, identifying potential impacts to CCI and actions to be taken. Assist with maintaining the electronic files and records of the tax department. Actively identify and implement tax department process improvements including, but not limited to, utilizing software to its maximum potential. Participation on quality improvement teams. Minimal travel to other CCI sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• At least 3 years of experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm working directly on the preparation of indirect tax returns, specifically multi-state property tax and sales & use tax.
• Possess a strong understanding of indirect taxes.
• Must have a desire to learn the intricacies of indirect taxation and apply the acquired knowledge.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business transactions.
• Demonstrates an understanding of accounting / U.S. GAAP principles (financial statements, trial balances, journal entries, etc.).
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Expresses ideas clearly in documents with a focus on organization, structure, grammar, language, and terminology adjusted to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Orally expresses ideas effectively in individual and group situations.
• Establishes high-performance standards, striving to attain those standards, taking initiative, and demonstrating commitment to the organization and to the profession.
• Ability to work independently and in an agile environment.
• Learns new material quickly, understands abstract concepts, recognizes subtle interrelationships, and handles complexity.
• Sets goals, develops strategies and schedules for meeting those goals, and anticipates obstacles and alternative strategies.
• Interacts with others in ways that enhance understanding and respect, recognizes the needs of others, develops meaningful relationships, and deals effectively with conflict.
• Proficient in OneSource Property Tax or similar software used in the preparation of indirect tax returns.
• Proficient in Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle, Ellipse, Hyperion, SAP, and Sage Fixed Assets.
• Strong technology skills, knowledge of information systems.
• CPA license is preferred

Salary

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$110,000. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

Benefits and Compensation

• competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity
• health insurance
• retirement
• paid time off
• and more

Accommodation

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

Company Overview

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America.

The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.

As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America.

Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future.

With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability.

Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines.

Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential.

Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.