Senior Tax Analyst

What's the role?

The Senior Tax Analyst will be a key member of the Zeiss Group North America tax team, responsible for supporting the tax compliance and tax accounting processes of Zeiss North America's operations. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, recognize tax issues, and recommend effective solutions. Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor are essential.

Here's what you'll do

Tax Compliance

• Prepare federal and multistate income tax returns, including separate company, consolidated, and unitary filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Calculate and prepare quarterly estimated tax payments and extension tax payments.
• Maintain and manage the tax calendar to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Prepare and assist with filing Form 5471s, 5472s, 1042S, 1120F, and other miscellaneous tax forms.

Tax Accounting

• Prepare mid-year and year-end tax provisions, including related footnotes and journal entries.
• Maintain, update, and reconcile current and deferred tax accounts to ensure accuracy.

Tax Research

• Conduct research on technical tax matters to stay informed of relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Provide practical, solution-focused responses to tax issues.
• Effectively communicate tax-related information verbally and in writing to both tax and non-tax personnel.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist with income tax audits and correspondence.
• Respond promptly to notices from various tax authorities.
• Take initiatives on process improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with internal employees and external individuals on various projects.

Do you qualify?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master of Taxation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of strong corporate tax experience from public accounting firms or large multinational corporations.
• Extensive background in federal and multistate income tax compliance.
• Solid tax accounting experience (ASC 740), including tax provision preparation and maintenance, and reconciliation of current and deferred tax accounts.
• Comprehensive proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel and Word.
• Experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Pay and benefits

The annual pay range for this position is $91,000 - $113,000, depending on experience, skills, and overall qualifications.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay
• The list goes on!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.