Lead Tax Risk Analyst - NA Audit Strategy

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Tax Analyst to support tax risk management and audit responses. You will collaborate with the tax team, finance SMEs, and external consultants to address IRS and local Canadian audits, ensuring timely compliance and robust audit documentation.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting/tax, CPA or equivalents, and proficiency with SAP and BNA Tax Research. A strong, proactive communicator will thrive in this dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics is required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of related experience in Accounting, Tax, or Audit.
• CPA, CMI, CAE or international equivalent; MST, MBA, JD, or LLM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing pre-audit planning and narratives for tax audits.
• Prepare responses to US Federal, state/local, and Canadian tax authorities.
• Improve and maintain the tax risk audit management platform and KPI tools.
• Lead or support projects delivering tax or business objectives, such as R&D credits.

Skills

Tax accounting

Audit experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

MST

MBA

JD

LLM

Tools

SAP

BNA Tax Research

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead Tax Analyst to support tax risk management and audit responses. You will collaborate with the tax team, finance SMEs, and external consultants to address IRS and local Canadian audits, ensuring timely compliance and robust audit documentation.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting/tax, CPA or equivalents, and proficiency with SAP and BNA Tax Research. A strong, proactive communicator will thrive in this dynamic team.