Tax Analyst

Mars; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Incorporated is seeking a Tax Analyst in the Global Tax Organization to support all U.S. business segments. You will drive the tax reporting cycle, assist with the global tax provision, and engage in state compliance projects while delivering actionable insights.

You will collaborate with tax professionals, leverage data analytics, and contribute to process improvements in a dynamic, global environment within Mars. A strong foundation in accounting/finance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university.
• Master’s degree in taxation encouraged.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent license encouraged.
• 1–2 years of corporate tax experience, including Federal and state tax; international tax favored.
• Experience in tax reporting systems (ONESOURCE, Dataflow, GoSystems) preferred.
• Experience in data analytics tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
• Experience using workflow tools like SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience in a team environment across geographic locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare U.S. federal, foreign & state tax returns for corporations, partnerships.
• Prepare and review US GAAP income tax provisions and uncertain tax positions.
• Prepare other tax reporting – withholding tax and gross receipts tax.
• Provide business support for U.S. business units, including forecasting and cash tax planning.
• Support responses to federal IRS and state tax authorities.
• Review and analyze tax processes and identify improvements using data analytics tools.
• Research income tax issues and communicate findings.
• Collaborate with experienced tax professionals to learn tax law and accounting.

Skills

Tax accounting

GAAP tax provisions

Data analytics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Master's in taxation

CPA/EA encouraged

Tools

ONESOURCE Income Tax

ONESOURCE Provision

Dataflow

GoSystems

Alteryx

Power BI

Tableau

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Description:

You are a Tax Analyst in the Compliance & Reporting ("C&R") function within the Global Tax Organization supporting all business segments of Mars Incorporated. You play a critical role in the entire tax reporting cycle, including the global tax provision, federal compliance, and state compliance. As a critical member of the Global Tax Organization, you are responsible for driving effective tax advisor service to all the businesses in the U.S. You are a key contributor in transforming tax processes and translating knowledge into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare U.S. federal, foreign & state tax forms and returns for corporations, professional corporations and partnerships;
• Prepare and review US GAAP income tax provisions and uncertain tax positions for domestic corporations and foreign subsidiaries;
• Prepare other tax reporting – withholding tax and gross receipts tax;
• Provide business support for all U.S. business units, including forecasting and cash tax planning;
• Support responses to federal IRS and state tax authorities;
• Continuously review and analyse existing tax process effectiveness and communicate process improvement opportunities leveraging data analytic tools (pivot tables, index, VLOOKUP, Alteryx, Tableau);
• Research income tax issues and communicate findings;
• Be intellectually curious in tax technical matters and partner with experienced tax professionals to learn tax law and accounting.

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university required
• Master’s degree in taxation encouraged
• Certified Public Accountant license or Enrolled Agent license encouraged
• 1-2 years of corporate tax experience, including Federal, state tax, international tax, with some public accounting experience preferred
• Experience in tax reporting systems (ONESOURCE Income Tax and Provision and Dataflow, GoSystems) preferred;
• Experience in data analytics systems (Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI, Tableau) preferred
• Experience using and implementing workflow tools, such as SharePoint and Microsoft Teams applications
• Experience working within a team environment, including with individuals in various geographic locations

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 82,748.00 - USD 113,779.00