Senior Tax Analyst, U.S. Tax Reporting & Compliance

754 Altera Semiconductor Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera seeks a Senior Tax Analyst to support U.S. income tax reporting, provision, and compliance in a fast-paced tech environment. You will collaborate with Tax, Accounting, Treasury, and Finance to ensure timely filings and accurate financial reporting.

The role emphasizes ASC 740 expertise, data analysis, and coordination with internal teams and external advisors. Bay Area pay range is noted, with emphasis on growth and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field.
• 3+ years of corporate tax experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Knowledge of U.S. federal and state corporate income tax principles.
• Understanding of ASC 740 and tax provision processes.
• Strong Excel skills and experience analyzing large data sets.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Master's degree in Taxation (MST) or Accounting.
• Experience with tax compliance and provision software such as OneSource, Corptax, Workiva, or similar platforms.
• Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience.
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile current and deferred tax calculations for ASC 740.
• Assist with U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns and compliance.
• Support tax accounting close, SOX controls, and tax disclosures.
• Assist with audits and examinations by tax authorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and automate tax processes.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation

Master's degree in Taxation (MST) or Accounting

CPA license preferred

Tools

OneSource

Corptax

Workiva

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: Altera is enabling the future of programmable solutions that power innovation across AI, cloud, communications, industrial, aerospace, and defense applications. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical tax professional to join our growing tax organization and support critical U.S. tax reporting and compliance activities.

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Analyst, U.S. Tax Reporting & Compliance will be responsible for supporting Altera's U.S. income tax reporting, tax provision, and compliance processes. This role will work closely with the broader Tax, Accounting, Treasury, and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate tax filings, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate income taxation, tax accounting, and compliance, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Reporting & Provision Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740. Prepare and reconcile current and deferred tax calculations. Support preparation of the effective tax rate analysis and tax account reconciliations. Assist with tax-related financial statement disclosures and supporting documentation. Prepare analyses related to deferred tax assets, liabilities, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions.
• U.S. Tax Compliance Prepare and review supporting workpapers for U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns. Coordinate data collection and information requests with internal stakeholders and external tax advisors. Support estimated tax payments, extensions, and other filing requirements. Maintain tax compliance calendars and filing trackers to ensure timely submissions.
• Tax Accounting & Controls Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end tax close activities. Maintain tax accounting schedules and supporting documentation. Assist with SOX compliance and tax-related internal controls. Ensure appropriate documentation and audit trails for key tax processes.
• Audit & Tax Authority Support Assist with federal, state, and local tax audits and examinations. Gather supporting documentation and respond to information requests. Maintain audit files and tax records in accordance with company policies.
• Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and data quality within tax processes. Support implementation and enhancement of tax technology tools and reporting systems. Assist with special projects, tax research, and technical analyses as needed.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field.
• 3+ years of corporate tax experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Knowledge of U.S. federal and state corporate income tax principles.
• Understanding of ASC 740 and tax provision processes.
• Strong Excel skills and experience analyzing large data sets.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Preferred CPA license or progress toward CPA certification.
• Master's degree in Taxation (MST) or Accounting.
• Experience with tax compliance and provision software such as OneSource, Corptax, Workiva, or similar platforms.
• Experience within a public company or multinational corporate environment.
• Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience.
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Curious and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate technical tax concepts clearly to non-tax stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in automation and process optimization.

Why Join Altera?

At Altera, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact tax organization supporting a global business. You will gain exposure to complex tax matters, collaborate with experienced finance leaders, and play a key role in maintaining a best-in-class tax reporting and compliance function while growing your career in a dynamic technology environment.

Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: San Jose, California, United States Additional Locations:

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

About Altera Altera

Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet.

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. $100.2K - $137.8K USD We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.