Sr Analyst- Tax USA

Basic Job Functions

The Senior International Tax Analyst is responsible for supporting international tax strategic analyses, documentation, and compliance with respect to various cross-border domestic taxes and international taxes.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• MBA, MST, or CPA a plus
• 3-7 years tax experience in Public Accounting environment or relevant multinational experience
• International tax experience required

Required Skills/Competencies

• Strong mathematical and financial/accounting analytical and work paper skills
• Sophisticated Excel knowledge & skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven track record of project management & organizational skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results
• Quickly adapt to a changing environment
• Quickly apply learned knowledge to new and changing facts
• Strong critical thinking skills to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US informational tax returns and work papers (5471, 8858, 8865, 1118, etc.), including schedules for annual/quarterly Subpart F income, Net CFC Tested Income (previously known as global intangible low-taxed income), Section 956 and other inclusions, E&P studies, foreign tax credits, currency related matters, and maintenance of permanent tax files for the Company’s international subsidiaries
• Strategically analyze structures and document analyses regarding various elections and prepare and file relevant filings (i.e., entity classification, tax residency certificate, 338)
• Analyze, prepare, or review Monthly & Annual U.S. Withholding Compliance Remittances & Returns
• Aid in tax processes optimization regarding quarterly and annual financial and tax return reporting as it relates to certain US cross-border matters
• Conduct tax research related to business activities (US cross-border & foreign) and identify, conclude & document tax risks
• Assist and liaise with foreign advisors and help with documentation of various tax considerations regarding business development and other tax planning strategies
• Support external tax advisors and auditors with information requests
• As needed, prepare or confirm periodic journal entries, reconciliations and working papers to support the Company’s various intercompany and tax matters
• Remain informed with respect to tax law developments and assessment of related impact on the company

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Manager of International Tax. This position may have direct reports.

Travel

0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Estimated Salary Range

$80,700-$115,000 annually US

Physical Requirements

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.

Job description subject to change at any time

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer