Tax Analyst

Summary:

You will participate in designing, developing, and testing our GoSystem Tax using in-house development tools. In this role, you will collect, analyze, and prioritize requirements from various entities including external taxing authorities and our internal sources to define and make required changes to the GoSystem software. It will require working closely with internal teams. This position requires a forward-thinking attitude to implement tax law changes before a typical tax filing season. Depending on the nature of the project undertakes a combination of technical implementation and testing analyst tasks to understand customer and/or product needs in the context of internal & external requirements and/or software development information. As a Tax Analyst, you will work on low to medium-level federal or state projects.

About the Role

Develop and maintain an understanding of the following:

• Complex tax concepts

• GoSystem products

• GoSystem development platforms

• PC operating systems and user interface guidelines

Define complex projects including but not limited to:

• State & Federal projects

• Writing applicable online help

• Coordinate work with other departments

• Ensure and implement consistency standards

• Assist in the design and development of new projects outside the core application

Ensure quality products by providing the following:

• Test programs for technical accuracy and cosmetic appearance

• Develop and maintain testing documentation books

• Create program change requests, update control sheets, and resolve issues with Systems Engineers

• Review and correct projects to ensure they are accurate, clear, and concise

• Suggest and implement product enhancements

Provide technical assistance and client support including but not limited to:

• Answering technical questions

• Responding to client requests and inquiries

• Responding to project escalations

Communicate with other employees, clients, and supervisors related to the following:

• Errors, program problems, status reports, changes and enhancements

• All factors that might delay deadlines or the completion of a project

• Attend periodic seminars and training classes to stay abreast of industry products; maintain skill levels and certifications

About You

You're a fit for the role of Tax Analyst if you:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting OR Bachelor's degree in a related field with relevant tax experience.

• Two or more years of Partnership (1065) tax preparation experience

• Extensive knowledge of Partnership tax law - 1065

• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills

• Knowledge of ADO and tracking of work items through multiple teams

Desired Experience:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) OR Enrolled Agent (EA)

• ONESOURCE Tax a plus

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• Social Impact: Ten employee-driven Business Resource Groups; two paid volunteer days annually; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives for local and global impact.

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