Tax Associate

Mizuho Financial Group Inc.; City of Niagara Falls (NY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Mizuho Financial Group Inc. in New York is seeking a Corporate Tax Specialist to join our tax team.

You will prepare federal/state/local returns, manage ASC 740 provisions, and collaborate with finance and external CPA firms. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement and a discretionary bonus as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CPA preferred.
• 1–3 years of Corporate Tax Compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Federal, State and Local tax returns including quarterly estimated payments.
• Handle separate, consolidated, unitary and worldwide tax filings.
• Calculate tax provisions (ASC 740) and reconcile tax accounts.
• Prepare financial statement tax footnotes and disclosures.
• Research and develop tax return positions and supporting documentation.
• Communicate findings to management.
• Liaise with outside CPA firms for review.
• Assist with responding to Tax Authorities queries and audits.
• Calculate and process intercompany tax sharing payments.
• Prepare reports for management and Head Office.
• Organize and maintain permanent tax files.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Process improvement mindset

ASC 740 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Onesource

Job description

Job Description

Specific duties include

• Prepare Federal, State & Local tax returns including quarterly estimated.
• payments for separate, consolidated, unitary and worldwide tax filings.
• Calculate tax provisions (ASC740) and reconcile tax accounts.
• Prepare financial statement tax footnotes and disclosures.
• Research and develop tax return positions and supporting documentation.
• Communicate findings to management.
• Be proficient in tax preparation software (Onesource preferably).
• Liaison with outside CPA firm reviewers.
• Assist with responding to Tax Authorities queries and audits.
• Calculate and process intercompany tax sharing payments.
• Prepare reports for management and Head Office.
• Organize and maintain permanent tax files.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• CPA preferred.
• 1–3 years of Corporate Tax Compliance experience.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with ASC 740.
• Experience with Onesource.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Process improvement mindset.

The expected base salary ranges from $92,000 - $100,000.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

#LI-MIZUHO Why Mizuho

Mizuho is in growth mode as we are climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo, and attracting top talent. Positions are available across our corporate functions, and on our corporate and investment banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives, and financing teams. We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our perseverance drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions. If you are interested in advancing your career working for a firm with a growth mindset and the resources of a global financial services team, we would like to hear from you. For more information, please view our Recruiting Brochure