The Senior Tax Analyst will be part of an in-house team and have a range of responsibilities including driving the accuracy and completion of the company’s state and local tax processes (planning, exemptions and compliance). The Senior Tax Analyst will also support the Department’s partnership income tax compliance cycles. This role will report to the Senior Tax Managers with visibility to the Tax Director. This role fosters close collaboration with Finance, Accounts Payable, Legal, Payroll and Operations to ensure data collection and cross-departmental alignment. The ideal candidate balances strong technical compliance skills with an appetite for process improvement and strategic tax planning.
Responsibilities:
Managing the accurate preparation and filing of transactional filings, including sales and use tax, property tax, and local gross receipts.
Maintaining the master tax calendar, company state/local registrations and tax exemption tracker to guarantee timely filing and risk mitigation.
Identifying opportunities for process automation, support ongoing tax planning initiatives, and research the impact of changing tax legislation.
Preparing complex Federal and multi-state partnership income tax returns, ensuring accurate state allocations and apportionment.
Managing external tax advisors.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3-5 years of overall experience, at a public accounting firm and/or relevant industry with a focus on state and local tax.
Integrative thinker who can synthesize large volumes of information to drive strategic decisions with data
Excellent judgment, influencing and communication skills
High proficiency in Excel and specialized tax software (CCH Axcess and ProSystems preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
CPA (or active progression toward completing the CPA exam), and/or Masters in Tax
Domestic partnership income tax compliance experience, federal and multistate. Experience calculating complex GAAP/Tax differences, partner allocations and understanding of Schedule M-3
Familiarity with SAP
The Physical Side of the Role: Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment), is also required.
Your Work Environment: Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.
Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to…