Associate Tax Accountant
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About the role
The Medtronic Corporate Tax Department is seeking an Associate Tax Accountant to join our US Tax Operations team. This role provides an opportunity to be part of all US Tax required analysis, calculations, and reporting for Medtronic’s US businesses. A role in Corporate Tax offers unique experience opportunities, such as being part of a global team, collaborating with business partners throughout the company, visibility to global structures and impacts, and insight to various processes and functions across Medtronic.
The candidate will be part of the US Tax Operations team working with other tax professionals in the preparation of Medtronic’s US income tax return filings. This position will support Federal, US International, and State income tax return workstreams and provide assistance with the preparation of the quarterly and year-end tax provision calculation and analysis. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work; we’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite to foster a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Prepare US taxable income reporting which impacts tax forms including Forms 1120, 1065, 5471, 8858, 1118, and state and local tax returns.
- Assist with quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations.
- Assist in preparation of estimated income tax liabilities as required for quarterly estimated income tax payments.
- Research and respond to inquiries from state taxing authorities.
- Work on special tax projects, with varying levels of involvement and responsibilities.
- Assist with other tax projects as needed, including transfer pricing and/or indirect tax projects as part of the US Tax Operations team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred).
- Corporate income tax experience.
- Strong computer skills, specifically with MS Office.
- Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to complete work within established deadlines.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Positive attitude and ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to grow by assuming an increased level of responsibility.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
Pay
Salary ranges for U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) locations: $58,400.00 - $87,600.00. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.
Schedule
Minimum of 4 days a week onsite.
Benefits
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
- Life insurance and Long-term disability leave.
- Dependent daycare spending account.
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
- Simple Steps (global well-being program).
- Incentive plans and 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match.
- Paid time off and Paid holidays.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums).
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Some benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.