Senior Tax Analyst

Southwest Accounting Resources, Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting firm in Phoenix is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to prepare tax compliance calculations and filings. The ideal candidate will have a CPA and 3-5 years of tax experience in accounting. Responsibilities include managing tax provisions and enhancing tax processes. The position offers a competitive salary of $85,000 to $95,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment.
• Highly organized and driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of tax compliance calculations.
• Monitor and respond to tax notices in a timely manner.

Skills

Detail oriented

Highly communicative

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Strong state and local tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s of Tax

Tools

Blackline

FAS

Job description

As a Senior Tax Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing tax compliance calculations and tax filings, responding to tax notices, and preparing month‑end tax journal entries. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, highly communicative, and coachable. CPA is required for this role, and a minimum of 3 – 5 years of tax experience in a public accounting or corporate environment is preferred. This person will be joining a growing team of tax accounting professionals who support a rapidly expanding company in Central Phoenix.

Salary for this role is $85,000 - $95,000 plus bonus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions and relevant tax disclosures for the company’s financial statements in accordance with ASC 740
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of federal and state tax compliance calculations and tax filings
• Monitor and respond to tax notices in a timely manner including federal and state audits
• Prepare month-end tax journal entries and perform account reconciliations
• Assist with the design, implementation, and maintenance of tax processes and controls
• Assist with tax planning, due diligence, and business acquisitions as needed
• Calculate, research, and provide information requested by management and external parties

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Master’s of Tax is a plus
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Highly organized, driven, and coachable mindset
• Detail oriented and analytical
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership
• Strong state and local tax knowledge is preferred
• Experience with manufacturing, retail, insurance or mortgage industries is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blackline, FAS, etc.

For immediate consideration email your resume to Thyra at [e-mail]