Senior State & Local Tax Analyst – Hybrid & Automation

Verizon; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a State and Local Tax specialist to manage state and local gross receipts tax compliance in a hybrid environment. You will collaborate with internal teams and external tax authorities to ensure accurate filings and timely payments.

The role requires strong Excel skills and knowledge of state tax laws; telecom experience is a plus. This position offers a competitive salary with broad rewards and a defined hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or three or more 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 and file State and Local Gross Receipt Tax Returns.
• Process state and local tax payments by deadlines.
• Assist in gathering documentation for state and local tax inquiries and audits.
• Use Excel, Alteryx, and data visualization tools to streamline workflows.
• Foster clear communication with internal stakeholders and state/local tax authorities.
• Identify process improvements and automate tasks.
• Assist with tax research initiatives and analyze impact on filings.
• Perform reconciliations for tax liability accounts and assist with cash forecasting.

Skills

State and Local Tax compliance

Excel proficiency

Automation and data tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Alteryx

Qlik

Tableau

Generative AI tax solutions

Job description

Verizon is seeking a State and Local Tax specialist to manage state and local gross receipts tax compliance in a hybrid environment. You will collaborate with internal teams and external tax authorities to ensure accurate filings and timely payments.

The role requires strong Excel skills and knowledge of state tax laws; telecom experience is a plus. This position offers a competitive salary with broad rewards and a defined hybrid work arrangement.