Sr. Tax Analyst - Corporate Income Tax - Overland Park, KS

Join Metronet, a fast-growing fiber-optic provider, and help shape the future of connectivity while building stronger communities.

About the role

We're looking for a hands-on Senior Tax Analyst with experience in corporate income tax, multi-state tax compliance, and income tax provision support. You’ll work closely with our external accounting firm to prepare tax workpapers, reconcile book-to-tax differences, support federal and state tax filings, assist with income tax provisions, and ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain tax workpapers supporting federal and multi-state income tax filings, income tax provisions, and related reporting while partnering closely with our external accounting firm.
• Identify issues, apply independent judgment, and provide insights through clear, concise review notes.
• Assist in the preparation of workpapers for ASC 740 calculations, related disclosures for federal, state, and local income tax areas including footnote disclosures, and maintain the inventory of deferred tax assets and liabilities.
• Assist in the preparation/review of reporting for income taxes including the quarterly US GAAP tax provision.
• Perform recurring and special projects.
• Participate in the research, analysis, and documentation of tax planning initiatives.
• Remain current in legislative and tax policy initiatives that have a significant impact on the company.
• Identify, analyze, and research tax law as applied to federal and state income/franchise tax return filings and/or business transactions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2-4 years progressive tax experience in a multi-state environment with emphasis on tax compliance and research.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Willingness to work as a team and independently.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Additional Requirements

• Experience in partnership taxation.
• Experience utilizing tax compliance software.
• Strong problem-solving, analytics, and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office – specifically with Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience in the telecom industry and with Oracle is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package.
• 80% of medical premiums paid by the company.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Discounted services within our coverage areas.
• Locally owned, friendly, and fun work atmosphere.