Tax Analyst
Summary
Pilkington North America is hiring a Tax Analyst in Northwood, Ohio to prepare U.S. federal, state, and local corporate income and franchise tax returns using Corptax, maintain workpapers, handle monthly group tax reporting, and manage fixed asset tax accounting. The role requires 3-4 years of corporate tax experience and strong Excel skills.
Essential Functions:
Income Tax Compliance
- Assist with preparation of the U.S. federal, state, and local corporate income and franchise tax returns for North American legal entities.
- Prepare and maintain supporting detailed tax workpapers, including book-to-tax adjustments, apportionment schedules, and taxable income calculations.
- Utilize Corptax software to prepare tax returns and supporting schedules.
- Preparation of quarterly estimated tax and extension payments.
- Support responses to tax authority notices, audits, and information requests.
Monthly and Annual Group Tax Reporting
- Assist with the monthly reporting of current and deferred tax for Group reporting purposes.
- Prepare the corresponding monthly tax entries and account reconciliations.
- Assist with the preparation of the detailed tax schedules for the annual fiscal year Group reporting and corresponding tax entries and reconciliations.
Fixed Asset Tax Accounting
- Reconcile fixed asset records between the general ledger, SAP fixed asset ledgers and tax fixed asset system.
- Prepare tax depreciation schedules and related tax adjustments.
- Support annual fixed asset reviews and capital expenditure reporting.
Regulatory Compliance
- Assist with preparation of state annual reports and other statutory filings.
- Maintain tax compliance calendars and monitor filing deadlines.
General Tax Support
- Maintain organized tax records and supporting documentation.
- Support tax audits and special projects as directed by the Tax Manager.
- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and enhance efficiency within the tax function.
- Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Scope/Dimensions:
- Timely and accurate completion of assigned tax returns and filings.
- High-quality tax workpapers and supporting documentation.
- Effective management of compliance deadlines.
- Strong collaboration with Finance, Accounting, and Group Tax teams.
- Continuous development of technical tax and business knowledge.
Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:
- Strategic Thinking
- Passion for Excellence
- Quality Focused
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation or equivalent experience
- 3-4 years plus of corporate tax experience, either in industry or public accounting.
- Experience preparing U.S. federal and state corporate income tax returns.
- Familiarity with tax compliance software; Corptax experience preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Qualifications Desired:
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.
- Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting.
- Experience within a manufacturing or multinational business environment.
- Exposure to SAP ERP.
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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.
NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.
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