Tax Analyst II: Compliance, Research & Reporting

U.S. Venture, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Venture, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a Tax Analyst II to support tax compliance, planning, and reporting activities. You will prepare tax returns, conduct tax research, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, the ability to collaborate across departments, and proficiency in Excel and financial software. This role emphasizes accuracy, ethics, and proactive risk management in daily tax operations.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics or commensurate experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Solid working tax knowledge to independently complete standard compliance and provision tasks and apply established rules to routine fact patterns.
• Consistently applies high ethical standards and sound judgment; proactively identifies and escalates risks and ensures accuracy and transparency in work.
• Ability to set priorities and plan ahead for multiple concurrent assignments while responding effectively to changing demands from multiple sources and communicating impacts early.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and timely file accurate moderate state and local tax returns, payments & related documents and respond to related notices & audits, as needed.
• Prepare accurate tax reconciliations; investigate reconciling differences, elevate issues as needed, and assist with clearing open items.
• Conduct tax research and analysis to support business opportunities.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather necessary information for tax filings and audits.
• Assist in responding to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Maintain accurate and organized tax records and documentation.
• Support the tax manager in various tax projects and initiatives.
• Independently uses multiple tax systems to support assigned tax processes. Supports system testing, updates, and documentation while identifying opportunities for process or technology improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software

Job description

U.S. Venture, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a Tax Analyst II to support tax compliance, planning, and reporting activities. You will prepare tax returns, conduct tax research, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, the ability to collaborate across departments, and proficiency in Excel and financial software. This role emphasizes accuracy, ethics, and proactive risk management in daily tax operations.