Senior Tax Analyst — ASC740, Filings & Planning

Essenti Talent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent in Phoenix seeks a Senior Tax Analyst to join a growing tax team. The role involves preparing tax provisions and filings, responding to notices, and supporting month-end tax close in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of tax experience (public or corporate) and a CPA or CPA candidate is preferred. CPA-driven, detail‑oriented, and communicative professionals thrive here. Salary is competitive with a bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Masters of Tax is a plus.
• 3–5 years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment.
• CPA or CPA candidate highly preferred.
• 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 preferred; manufacturing/retail/insurance/mortgage industry experience a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blackline, FAS, etc.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions and relevant tax disclosures for the company's financial statements in accordance with ASC740.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Analytical mindset

Highly organized

Coachable mindset

Team collaboration

CPA candidate awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Masters of Tax

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Blackline

FAS

Job description

Essenti Talent in Phoenix seeks a Senior Tax Analyst to join a growing tax team. The role involves preparing tax provisions and filings, responding to notices, and supporting month-end tax close in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of tax experience (public or corporate) and a CPA or CPA candidate is preferred. CPA-driven, detail‑oriented, and communicative professionals thrive here. Salary is competitive with a bonus opportunity.