Senior Tax Analyst (Hybrid in CA)

First American; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

First American, a storied leader in financial services, seeks a Senior Tax Analyst to join its Corporate Tax team in Santa Ana. The role focuses on tax provision workpapers, filings, and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen controls and compliance.

You will mentor junior staff, assess tax law changes, and drive process improvements within a large, established organization. Hybrid work options apply in the California area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6–8 years of corporate tax or public accounting (tax) experience.
• Experience preparing complex tax returns and supporting schedules.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provision workpapers and financial statement reporting.
• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns and related filings.
• Analyze tax accounts and reconcile to the general ledger.
• Resolve tax issues and controversies through applied and directed research.
• Assess the business impact of tax law updates and implement appropriate process changes.
• Respond to tax authority inquiries and support audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, documentation, and internal controls.
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, and external advisors.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Master of Business Taxation

Tools

ERP systems

Tax software

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

At First American, we put People First. For more than 130 years, we’ve built our reputation on trust, integrity, and service. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering meaningful impact. We’re seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join our Corporate Tax team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide range of tax work within a large, established organization—while contributing to continuous improvement and modernization of our tax processes.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provision workpapers and financial statement reporting requirements
• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns and related filings
• Analyze tax accounts and reconcile to the general ledger
• Resolve tax issues and controversies through applied and directed research
• Assess the business impact of tax law updates and implement appropriate process changes
• Respond to tax authority inquiries and support audits
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, documentation, and internal controls
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, and external advisors
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members

You’ll have visibility across the finance organization and the opportunity to influence process improvements that strengthen compliance and reduce risk.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 6–8 years of corporate tax or public accounting (tax) experience
• Experience preparing complex tax returns and supporting schedules
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or Master of Business Taxation
• Experience supporting SEC or public company reporting
• Familiarity with ERP systems and tax software

At First American, we believe in empowering our people to grow, innovate, and make an impact.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $113,300.00 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Hybrid Work Availability

Hybrid in Santa Ana, CA. Remote work may be available for candidates residing outside of CA, subject to business needs.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees – not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. Our people are the foundation of First American’s success and that is the reason we put them first. This philosophy has cultivated a culture of happy employees who are highly engaged, passionate about their work and leave each day feeling they have made a difference.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

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