Tax Analyst Programmer, Senior
Summary
Senior role blending tax expertise with software development to integrate complex tax laws into TaxAct’s preparation software, ensuring accuracy and user-friendly guidance.
Taxwell helps everyday Americans get every tax advantage they deserve by finding credits and deductions they never even knew existed. Our tax preparation software offers easy guidance and ensures your maximum tax refund. We strive to build a team of like-minded experts in both tax and technology who align with our brand purpose, are advocates for our customers and have a fresh, non-traditional approach to the tax industry.
The Seasonal Tax Analyst Programmer, Senior isresponsible fordeveloping high-quality andaccuratetax content and integrating the information into the TaxAct software. The person in this role has a tax backgroundwithtaxdevelopmentexperience,while having a positive influence on other team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Majorresponsibilities of the position are listed below. To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties,assignmentsand specific projects may be assigned at the discretion of executive management.
Research and implementfairlycomplexFederal and State tax laws into the tax software
Write or design “plain talk” interview questions to help users confidently complete their tax return
Write and review test case scenarios to ensure the tax calculations implemented areaccurate
Provides influence and clear communicationwithin the teamand alsoacross cross-functional teams/functions/business units
Partner closely with the forms developers and IRS/State agencies to ensure we receivetimelycertifications for forms and e-file
Basicunderstanding of the tax industry and/or suite of TaxAct products
Interacts respectively within the team
Helps test other team members work for accuracy
Mentor for newer tax analysts that join the team
Deep customer focus, providing enhancements that will be helpful to the customer experience
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
BS/BA in Business Accounting or equivalent related experience
2+ years working infederal and state taxation, preferably in multiple tax categories: Individual, business, non-profit,estatesand trusts, etc.
Effective interpersonal skills, which translates into the ability to partner for commitment and action, communication, as well as listening
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and accuracy
Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
CPA or EA certification a plus
Knowledge or experience working in an Agile/Scrum team environment a plus
At Taxwell, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, Taxwell welcomes and celebrates diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At Taxwell, you can expect a supportive, open, and inclusive atmosphere and a team that values your contributions.
Taxwell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and any other status protected under applicable law. Taxwell considers information gathered in the hiring process, including information on this application, confidential, and only shares it on a need-to-know basis or as required by law.
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