Tax Analyst

Summit Consulting; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Summit Consulting is looking for a Tax Analyst in Cincinnati, OH to support state tax compliance and reporting. This detail-oriented role involves preparing tax filings, conducting audits, and analyzing financial data for tax efficiencies.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. The position allows remote work flexibility for one day a week.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant tax, accounting, or finance experience.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support state and local tax filings for compliance.
• Analyze tax laws to support reporting and compliance.
• Conduct tax research and summarize findings.
• Support tax audits by gathering documentation.
• Analyze financial data to identify tax efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Tax software

ERP platforms

Financial systems

Job description

## Tax AnalystApplylocations: Cincinnati, OH (USA)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R9184**Be Here. Be Great.** Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical **Tax Analyst** to support direct and indirect state tax compliance and reporting activities. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate tax filings, supporting audits, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance tax-related insights.This position reflects the evolution of tax work from manual processing to a more systems-driven, analytical function, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‐office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.**Key Responsibilities*** Prepare and support state and local tax filings for designated business units, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements* Analyze and interpret tax laws and regulations to support tax reporting and compliance activities* Conduct tax research and summarize findings for team members and leadership* Contribute to process improvements and system optimization efforts within the tax function* Support tax audits and inquiries, including gathering documentation and coordinating responses* Analyze financial data to identify tax efficiencies and planning opportunities* Assist with tax forecasting activities* Maintain organized and accurate tax records, filings, and supporting documentation* Leverage tax systems and ERP tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes* Partner with internal teams (Accounting, Finance, etc.) to ensure accurate reporting and alignment* Generate routine and ad hoc tax reports and analyses* Perform other duties as assigned**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required* Generally, 1-3 years of relevant tax, accounting, or finance experience* Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations with experience leveraging tax software, financial systems, and ERP platforms is a plus* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends/issues, and adapt to changing processes and priorities* High attention to detail with strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, including ability to simplify complex tax concepts and handle confidential information**Business Unit:**GAI Tax**Benefits:**We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees\*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits. Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers. **\*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.**### About UsGreat American Insurance Group understands the importance of choosing a financially strong company. We are an organization built for the long term and are committed to giving you that strength.Why can you trust Great American Insurance Group?For nearly 150 years, Americans have trusted us to protect them. Our innovative insurance solutions and specialization serves niche marketplaces that we know well. This expertise gives us a successful foundation that spans generations.You never know where a career in insurance will take you. Whether you are starting your career or are looking for a company to grow your experience, at Great American Insurance Group, you can join our more than 8,500 employees to “Be Here. Be GREAT!”