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Robert Half Tax Analyst in Chicago, Illinois
Description
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
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Job Description:
• Support the interim and annual income tax accounting process to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing and documenting supporting calculations and income tax accounting positions.
• Support the income tax compliance function to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing Federal and state income tax calculations, income tax returns, extensions and estimated tax payments, as well as researching and documenting income tax positions. Responsibilities also include responding to notices from taxing authorities.
• Support the regulatory filing and forecasting process to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing rate case filings and projected income tax obligations as well as scenario modeling.
• Independently research and conclude on various tax issues to determine the appropriate tax treatment and related reporting. Research includes preparing written memorandums for review and technical presentations. Investigates, concludes, and responds to inquiries regarding tax matters.
• Analyze and interpret changes to federal and state tax laws as well as communicate financial impact of changes. Assist in controversy matters with governmental agencies including but not limited to the Internal Revenue Service, regulatory agencies, and other state taxing authorities. Activities include assisting in formulating position statements with respect to identified controversies raised by tax authorities
• Proactively identify, drive, and implement process improvements that promote risk management, streamline activities, and enhance transparency in tax work streams. Participate in project planning and support special projects.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
Undergraduate Accounting or other financial discipline
2+ years or more of professional tax experience focusing on large publicly traded corporations, including a combination of industry and either public accounting or law firm.
Ability to perform legal research
Good working knowledge of all major areas of federal and state tax law
Proficient analytical ability to resolve complex, technical issues
Proficient writing and communication skills
Assumes personal ownership for developing tax technical and communication skills.
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
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