Sr. Tax Analyst

Saks Fifth Avenue; United States; Remote; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to support its corporate tax department. This fully remote position involves preparing tax returns, compliance, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have significant tax experience, strong Microsoft Excel skills, and hold a degree in Accounting.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental benefits

Employee discount

Healthy work/life balance

Qualifications

• 3+ years previous corporate tax experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate required.
• Experience in public accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated US federal and state/local tax returns.
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax provision processes.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and conduct tax research.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Masters of Tax preferred

Tools

OneSource tax software

ERP systems (Oracle, Essbase)

Job description

Salary Range $77,000 - $100,000*

Job Description:

Saks is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world.

On its website and app, Saks offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Saks for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world-class services.

**This role is open to being 100% remote**

Role Summary

The Senior Tax Analyst will play a key role in supporting the Company’s corporate tax department primarily responsible for the timely preparation of all income tax returns, extensions and estimated tax payments, assisting with quarterly and annual income tax provision process and assisting with other tax planning and special projects.

Role Description:

• Prepare consolidated US federal and state/local tax returns in addition to proforma and separate company tax returns and supporting workpapers
• Preparation and analysis of book/tax differences for provision and tax return compilation
• Prepare US federal, state, and local quarterly estimated payment and annual tax return extensions
• Preparation of annual report filings
• Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual tax provision in accordance with ASC 740 including preparation of financial statement footnotes and disclosures
• Assist with cash tax forecasting and ETR modelling
• Maintain tax compliance calendar and ensure all tax deadlines are timely met
• Management of responses to tax notices, exam information requests and other correspondence.
• Assist with corporate tax initiatives and tax planning
• Assist with the tax related portion of vendor and customer new set ups and related tax forms.
• Monitor and assess changes in tax laws and regulations and conduct tax research to author or co-author related internal memorandums
• Collaborate with other departments, such as treasury, accounting, legal, and operations, to gather necessary information for tax compliance, provision and planning
• Continuously identify and define process improvement opportunities to facilitate streamlining and automation of data for efficiency

Key Qualifications:

• 3+ years previous corporate tax experience, preferably two+ years in public accounting or large corporate tax department.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Masters of Tax preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Essbase) a plus
• Experience with OneSource tax software a plus

Your Life and Career at Saks:

● Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities

● A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance

● Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).

● An amazing employee discount

T hank you for your interest with Saks. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.