Tax Analyst

CUMMING GROUP; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 88,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumming Group, based in Westport, CT, is seeking a Tax Analyst to support federal and state tax compliance, include ASC 740 workpapers, and tax planning initiatives. The role offers exposure to multiple tax disciplines and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates will have 3–7 years of tax experience, strong Excel and data-analytic skills, and CPA is preferred. Collaborative team with strong processes and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or related field.
• 3 to 7 years tax and accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with corporate taxation, sales, or tax compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state income tax workpapers.
• Assist with tax provision calculations under ASC 740.
• Gather data for tax return preparation.
• Assist with sales and use tax returns.
• Support tax audits and planning initiatives.
• Maintain tax calendars and filing deadlines.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Accounting basics

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/taxation

Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!The Tax Analyst supports all aspects of the Company's tax responsibilities, including federal and state income taxes, sales and use taxes, property taxes, business licenses, tax accounting, and special projects. This role provides broad exposure to multiple tax disciplines and provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic and collaborative environment. In this role, the Tax Analyst will work closely with the Director of Tax and assist with tax compliance, reporting, audits, planning initiatives, special projects, and process improvement efforts.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Federal and State Income TaxAssist in the preparation and review of federal and state income tax workpapers.Gather and analyze financial data required for tax return preparation.Assist in the review of tax returns prepared by external service providers.Support quarterly and annual tax provision calculations under ASC 740.Maintain required tax schedules.Track filing payment deadlines.Track and respond to routine tax authority correspondence.Assist with state apportionment, nexus reviews, and state tax filings.Monitor tax law and regulatory developments.Sales and Use TaxGather and/or review information for sales and use tax returns.Analyze transactions for indirect tax compliance.Assist with taxability determinations and exemption certificate management.Research state-specific sales and use tax requirements.Support sales tax audits and inquiries.Property TaxAssist in gathering and analyzing data for personal and real property tax renditions and returns.Track assessment notices and payment deadlines.Work with external services providers, review property tax assessments, and identify and action appeal opportunities.Other Tax ComplianceAssist with annual reports, business licenses, and gross receipts tax filings.Prepare supporting documentation for various tax filings and notices.Maintain tax calendars and filing deadlines.Tax Audits and ControversyCollect and organize information requested by tax authorities.Support federal, state, sales tax, and property tax audits.Maintain audit documentation and tax records.Process Improvement and Special ProjectsMaintain and improve tax compliance processes and documentation.Assist with the use of technology to streamline and automate projects.Perform tax research using a digital tax library and AI and summarize findings.Participate in tax planning and special projects as assigned.OtherOther duties as assigned.Attendance at work during normal business hours.Knowledge & Skills Required:Strong Microsoft Excel skills.Ability to analyze large data sets and identify discrepancies.Understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.Eagerness to learn and develop expertise across multiple tax disciplines.undefinedPreferred Education and Experience:Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or related field.Experience: 3 to 7 years of tax and accounting experience required. Experience with corporate taxation, sales, or tax compliance preferred.Preferred Certification: CPA#LI-RM1Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.The salary range for this full-time role is $88,000.00-$117,333.35 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:MedicalDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k)401(k) MatchingPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysShort and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance Program