Tax Analyst

troutman; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Troutman Pepper Locke is seeking a Tax Analyst to support the firm's tax compliance across federal, state, and local levels. The role involves reconciling balance sheets, reviewing sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and supporting tax planning initiatives under the Director of Tax.

This hybrid position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least two years of experience, with strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a Tax Analyst or comparable role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required, with advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience reviewing and preparing tax returns and filings.

Responsibilities

• Respond to information requests from partners, tax authorities and internal departments.
• Prepare quarterly partner tax estimates across multiple states.
• Review invoices for sales and use tax compliance and file returns.
• Assist with year-end and quarterly tax workpapers and analyses.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes and data integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Emburse

Job description

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future.

The Tax Analyst supports the firm's tax compliance functions across federal, state, and local levels and responsible for reconciling balance sheets and expense accounts, reviewing and preparing sales and use tax returns, property tax returns, and various state tax and business license filings; managing fixed asset review and booking to ensure accuracy and consistency across the firm's financial records. The Tax Analyst provides analytical support for tax planning initiatives, responds to partner tax inquiries, and identifies opportunities to strengthen tax processes and internal controls under the guidance and support of the Director of Tax.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Respond to information requests from partners, tax authorities and internal departments, preparing supporting documentation as needed.
• Compile income attributable to market-based or cost-of-performance states.
• Analyze tax expense accounts and prepare balance sheet analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and process quarterly partner tax estimates across multiple states, including submission of inoices and payment confirmations in Emburse.
• Review invoices for sales and use tax compliance through Emburse (AP automation software) and file returns with applicable tax authorities as needed.
• Review property tax rendition forms from various jurisdictions; adjust, file and remit payment as needed.
• Prepare year-end and quarterly tax workpapers and other tax analysis as needed.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by third-party advisors for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes and maintain data integrity.
• Support special tax and non-tax projects, including state tax compliance, pass-through entity taxes, parking analysis, charitable contributions analysis, and meals and entertainment deductibility.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of attorney and firm information.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all work product.
• Ability to organize and implement detailed projects.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• High integrity and professionalism; established credibility and trusted partnership with tax team and stakeholders.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, remain composed under pressure, and adapt to shifting demands.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse groups at all levels of the firm, as well as with external contacts.
• Ability to respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely manner, with appropriate follow-up as needed.
• Exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Self-motivate and goal-oriented, with the ability to work independently toward long-term strategic objectives.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively to support consistent and efficient workflow processes.
• Ability to self-manage and work independently in a hybrid and in-office environment with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain and grow knowledge and skills required for the role.
• Strong commitment to client service, ethical conduct, and firm values.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.

Preferred Education:

N/A

Certification(s):

N/A

Required Qualifications:

Minimum two (2) years of experience in a Tax Analyst or comparable role.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required, with advanced Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience preparing detailed schedules and supporting workpapers with a high degree of accuracy.

#LI-Hybrid

The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.

This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.

This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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