Senior Tax Operations Associate

About the role

The Senior Tax Operations Associate supports the U.S. direct tax function within the North America Finance Team, with occasional support for indirect tax activities. Reporting to the North American Tax Manager, this role collaborates with the global ISS STOXX Tax Team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and coordination of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax workpapers including extensions and estimated payments.
• Support quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provision processes by gathering data, preparing workpapers, and validating inputs.
• Maintain the tax calendar for U.S. direct tax filings and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Aid in U.S. income tax audits by coordinating with external advisors, collecting documentation, and supporting issue resolution.
• Provide periodic backup support for indirect tax filings, including U.S. sales and use tax and Canadian GST/HST.
• Assist in maintaining and updating tax policies, procedures, and process documentation.
• Monitor changes in U.S. tax laws and support preliminary impact assessments.
• Support tax payment processing and tracking.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, and other cross-functional teams on tax-related matters.
• Maintain accurate, well-organized, and audit-ready tax records.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience primarily focused on U.S. direct income tax, with preference for public accounting experience (Big 4, national, or regional firm).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal and multistate income tax compliance and income tax provisions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-eligible.
• Experience supporting U.S. GAAP income tax provisions.
• Experience with tax or ERP systems such as SAP and/or Vertex.
• Experience supporting tax audits.
• Interest in progressing into broader or more senior tax roles within an in-house corporate tax function.

Location

Rockville, MD: Located in the vibrant King Farm community, with convenient access to transit (1 mile from Shady Grove Red Line), dining, green spaces with free parking, and access to an onsite gym.

Pay

The Rockville, MD expected base pay range is $80,000- $95,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and level of education. The role is bonus or sales incentive eligible.