Tax Analyst

ASME; Livingston, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

ASME seeks a detail-oriented Tax Analyst to support federal, state, local, and international tax reporting, research, and compliance. Reporting to the Tax Director, you will collect data, prepare filings, and assist with audits and process improvements in a deadline-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 2–4 years of tax experience, strong Excel skills, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in federal, state, local, and/or international tax.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. tax reporting and general taxation principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience with ERP systems and tax preparation software preferred.
• Tax research experience involving the Internal Revenue Code, regulations, rulings, and case law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and support of federal, state, local, and international tax filings, including Forms 990, 990-T, 4720, 1120, 5471, and indirect tax filings (VAT/GST/sales tax).
• Collect, organize, and validate financial, investment, and operational data required for tax compliance and reporting.
• Maintain workpapers and documentation supporting tax filings and reporting activities.
• Process tax payments, refund requests, and filing logistics.
• Research routine tax issues and summarize findings with supporting documentation.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Support indirect tax registrations and reporting activities.
• Provide research support to Accounting, AR, AP, Legal, and other internal stakeholders.
• Assist with presentations, meeting summaries, agendas, and action items.
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and AI-enabled efficiencies.
• Support audits, financial statement disclosures, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Tax preparation software

Adobe PDF

Job description

ASME helps the global engineering community develop solutions to real-world challenges. Founded in 1880 as The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a nonprofit professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing, and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society. ASME codes and standards, publications, conferences, continuing education, and professional development programs provide a foundation for advancing technical knowledge and a safer world. From college students and early-career engineers to project managers, corporate executives, researchers, and academic leaders, ASME's members are as diverse as the engineering community itself.

ASME is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Tax Analyst to support the organization’s tax compliance, reporting, analysis, and research activities. Reporting to the Tax Director, this role assists with federal, state, local, and international tax reporting, supports tax research and compliance processes, and collaborates with internal stakeholders and external advisors. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, customer-focused, and committed to delivering accurate work in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and support of federal, state, local, and international tax filings, including Forms 990, 990-T, 4720, 1120, 5471, and indirect tax filings (VAT/GST/sales tax).
• Collect, organize, and validate financial, investment, and operational data required for tax compliance and reporting.
• Maintain workpapers and documentation supporting tax filings and reporting activities.
• Process tax payments, refund requests, and filing logistics.
• Research routine tax issues and summarize findings with supporting documentation.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Support indirect tax registrations and reporting activities.
• Provide research support to Accounting, AR, AP, Legal, and other internal stakeholders.
• Assist with presentations, meeting summaries, agendas, and action items.
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and AI-enabled efficiencies.
• Support audits, financial statement disclosures, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related financial, business, or legal field.
• 2-4 years of experience in federal, state, local, and/or international tax.
• Knowledge of U.S. tax reporting and general taxation principles.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience with ERP systems and tax preparation software preferred.
• Tax research experience involving the Internal Revenue Code, regulations, rulings, and case law preferred.

Additional Information

This role is eligible for a remote work arrangement. Periodic business travel may be required, including but not limited to, ASME offices, globally.

ASME is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. At ASME, we nurture an inclusive environment, and we encourage, support, and celebrate diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, or protected veteran, military status, or any other basis protected by law.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the organization, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Annual base salary may vary based on geographic location. The New York metro salary range for this position is estimated to be between $78,000 - $82,000 per year.

Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.