Senior State & Local Tax Analyst — Hybrid

Verizon; Basking Ridge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon in New Jersey is seeking a State & Local Tax professional for a hybrid role, combining home office days with in-office collaboration. You will handle returns, payments, audits and data-driven tax processes.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in finance/accounting or 3+ years of experience, strong Excel, and familiarity with state tax laws. Master’s or CPA and Big 4 background are a plus. Hybrid schedule and competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in preparing state and local tax compliance.
• Familiarity with state tax laws, regulations, and multi-jurisdictional filings.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare State and Local Gross Receipt Tax Returns.
• Process state and local tax payments per deadlines.
• Assist in tax inquiries and audits.
• Utilize Excel, Alteryx, or data tools to streamline workflows.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and tax authorities.
• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Support tax research and filings impact analysis.
• Reconcile tax liability accounts and assist with cash forecasting.

Skills

State & Local Tax

Tax compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Prioritization

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting

Master's in Taxation or Accounting (preferred)

CPA license or progress toward CPA (preferred)

Tools

Alteryx

Qlik

Tableau

Generative AI tax solutions

Excel

Job description

Verizon in New Jersey is seeking a State & Local Tax professional for a hybrid role, combining home office days with in-office collaboration. You will handle returns, payments, audits and data-driven tax processes.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in finance/accounting or 3+ years of experience, strong Excel, and familiarity with state tax laws. Master’s or CPA and Big 4 background are a plus. Hybrid schedule and competitive benefits included.