Senior Tax Analyst Gross Receipts Tax

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What you'll be doing...

• Responsible for the accurate and timely filing of State and Local Gross Receipt Tax Returns (which are similar to Corporate Income Tax Returns).

• Perform analyses of revenue, deductions and exemptions on a monthly and annual basis.

• Responsible for pulling and reviewing statutes, regulations and laws to determine accurate taxability for filings.

• Query and import data from external databases into Excel.

• Investigate and explain month-over-month variances by analyzing data and working with other business groups when necessary.

• Manage tax calendar to prepare assigned returns accurately and timely in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and rulings issued.

• Identify savings opportunities and look for ways to streamline processes.

• Perform special projects, as required, assigned by Senior Manager in a timely manner.

• Work with research and planning team where necessary to investigate and comply with new return requirements by state and local taxing authorities.

• Liaison and partner with various Teams both within and outside the Tax Department including Tax Legal, Tax IT, Revenue Accounting, Billing, etc.

What we're looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or four or more years of work experience.

• Three or more years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in preparing or reviewing federal, state and local corporate income tax returns.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• CPA or Masters degree in taxation.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• Attention to detail and ability to meet and comply with deadlines

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience with large data volumes and Excel extensions (ie: Alteryx, PowerQuery, and Power Pivot).

• Experienced with SAP or other major accounting systems.

• Tax research and audit experience is a plus.

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, stock incentive programs, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we've got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.