Tax Analyst

bioMerieux Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Parental leaves

Job summary

BioMerieux Inc. seeks a Tax Analyst to focus on federal and state income tax compliance within the direct tax function.

You will assist with quarterly provisions, tax calculations, annual filings, and audit documentation while supporting improvements through Alteryx, Power Query, and ONESOURCE. The role collaborates with finance, accounting, customer service, and external providers to complete tax tasks, manage exemption certificates for indirect tax, and drive process automation across tax

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required in Accounting or Finance (or related field with Master's).
• No previous experience required.
• Master's degree preferred in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience in accounting or tax is a plus.
• ERP systems SAP and NetSuite familiarity; Power Query, Power Automate, Snowflake; Coding in SQL, Python, VBA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly tax provision computations and reconcile tax GL accounts.
• Assist federal and state income tax filings and notices.
• Support annual federal and state filings using tax software; collaborate with finance teams.
• Conduct tax research and communicate findings to tax management.
• Develop and optimize tax data workflows using Alteryx, Snowflake, SQL.

Skills

SQL

Python

VBA

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Power Query

Power Automate

Snowflake

Job description

The Tax Analyst will focus primarily on federal and state income tax compliance within the direct tax function. The Tax Analyst will support the preparation of federal and state tax workpapers, quarterly provision calculations, taxable income computations, annual filings, and audit documentation to help ensure accurateandtimelytax compliance.

The Tax Analyst will also contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives that streamline invoice processing, tax calculations, data management, and other tax-related workflows. Byleveragingtools such as Alteryx and Power Query in Excel, the Tax Analyst will help improve efficiency across direct and indirect tax processes while gaining exposure to a broad range of tax and cross-functional operations.

In addition, the Tax Analyst will support selected indirect tax activities, including customer communications, exemption certificate management, inquiry tracking, and related compliance tasks. The Tax Analyst will collaborate with finance, accounting, customer service, billing, and external service providers to complete these responsibilities.

Primary Duties

Direct Tax

1. Federal and State Quarterly Provision Support

• Assist in preparing quarterly tax provision computations for senior review.
• Use ONESOURCE, Alteryx, and Power Query to support quarterly tax provision processes.
• Analyze and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts to help ensure accuracy and completeness.

2. Notice and Audit Resolution

• Prepare and organize audit documentation in accordance with applicable compliance checklists.
• Track and process tax notices and provide status updates to the Income Tax Management Team.
• Collaborate with the Income Tax Management Team on response letters, supporting documentation, and required payments.

3. Federal and State Taxable Income Computations and Annual Filings

• Prepare workpapers supporting federal taxable income computations in collaboration with finance and accounting teams.
• Support annual federal and state income tax filings using third-party tax software.
• Assist with additional federal and state tax filings as required.

4. Special Projects and Tax Research

• Conduct tax research regarding legislative and regulatory changes affecting federal and state tax compliance.
• Document relevant findings and communicate potential compliance or process impacts to the Income Tax Management Team.

Cross-Functional

1. Alteryx and Power Query Development

• Develop and optimize Alteryx workflows and Power Query processes to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of tax processes.
• Serve as an Alteryx Champion by supporting team training, knowledge sharing, and workflow improvements.

2. Process Improvement and Automation

• Identify automation opportunities within direct and indirect tax processes.
• Assist with the development of tax data and reporting solutions using Snowflake, SQL, Python, and other applicable technologies.

3. Project Participation and Compliance

• Participate in invoice processing and tax calculation projects involving billing systems to support accurate tax treatment and compliance.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, billing, customer service, and other stakeholders on tax-related operational initiatives.

Indirect Tax

1. Customer Communications and Dunning Letters

• Prepare and send dunning letters for expiring exemption certificates.
• Track responses and follow-up activities related to expiring exemption certificates.

2. Indirect Tax Email Support and Issue Resolution

• Track indirect tax inquiries and coordinate timely follow-up and resolution.
• Maintain applicable guidance and communicate tax requirements to customer service and billing teams.

3. Exemption Certificate Management

• Process and verify exemption certificates for completeness and eligibility.
• Update the applicable exemption certificate database and periodically review certificate status and eligibility.

Quality and Compliance

• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures, internal controls, and applicable standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor degree required in Accounting or Finance (or other discipline if combined with Master's degree in Accounting or Finance)
• No previous experience required

Preferred Education, Training and Experience

• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience in accounting or tax
• ERP: SAP, NetSuite
• Software: Power Query, Power Automate, and Snowflake.
• Coding: SQL, Python, VBA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMerieux promotes.
• Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
• Driving continuous improvement by evaluating processes and implementing necessary changes
• Written Communications - including the ability to communicate technical data in written form
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.
• Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace.
• Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
• Intermediate: applies skills independently in most situations; handles moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance
• Understanding of federal and indirect tax compliance, financial reporting, income tax accounting, and general ledger processes.
• Proficient in research, communication, and documentation, especially in tax-related matters.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.

The estimated salary range for this role based in Utah is between $66,800 - $84,900. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMerieux's or its affiliates' application process by contacting us via telephone at [phone], by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).