State Income Tax Analyst

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review state income and franchise tax returns, including supporting workpapers and disclosures
• Calculate and analyze apportionment factors across multiple jurisdictions to ensure accurate state filings
• Prepare and monitor state estimated tax payments and extensions in accordance with jurisdictional requirements
• Assist with state income tax audits, notices, and other tax controversies, including drafting responses and compiling supporting documentation
• Contribute to the preparation and review of the state portion of the income tax provision in accordance with ASC 740
• Collaborate with outside tax advisors on complex state tax issues, planning opportunities, and compliance matters
• Coordinate with internal accounting, finance, and legal teams to gather data, review transactions, and ensure consistent tax treatment
• Research and analyze state tax laws and legislative changes to assess impact on the company's tax position
• Maintain accurate records of tax filings, correspondence, and audit activity for internal tracking and documentation purposes
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the state income tax function

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a related field required; Master's in Taxation or CPA certification is a plus
• 1 to 3 years of corporate state income and franchise tax experience, preferably in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications; ability to work with large datasets and pivot tables
• Experience with CORPTax tax compliance software is a plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and with external advisors
• Strong understanding of state income/franchise tax concepts, including apportionment, estimated payments, and state-specific adjustments
• Experience preparing and reviewing multistate corporate income tax returns and supporting documentation
• Familiarity with tax research tools and the ability to analyze and interpret tax laws and regulations

Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview.
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $90,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
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