Under moderate supervision, the Tax Analyst II position focuses on applying/developing knowledge of tax and accounting principles for income taxes, and preparing the federal and state income tax returns, quarterly estimated tax payments, monthly tax provisions, and associated supporting work papers for the company.
Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) Common job activities are listed below; actual position responsibilities may vary. Refer to your manager or human resources for specific duties and performance expectations.
- Participate as a member of the compliance team to prepare intermediate level federal and state income tax returns. (50-60%)
- Assist with preparing intermediate level United States monthly tax provisions including the associated tax account roll forward schedules and performs other tax accounting procedures. (25-30%)
- Assist in the preparation of intermediate level quarterly federal and state income tax estimated payments. (5-10%)
- Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning. (0-5%)
- Research fundamental tax questions as needed. (0-5%)
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including Federal and State tax authorities, and outside consultants. (0-5%)
- Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (0-5%)
Performance Expectations
- Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
- Perform responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
- Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, customers, and business partners.
- Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
- Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and regularly, and following good safety practices in all activities.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- Advanced degree in one of these areas preferred.
Experience:
- Two or more years of related work experience, with at least one year of relevant tax experience.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Working knowledge of tax law and procedures, tax research skills, familiarity with various tax returns and schedules. Intermediate accounting and financial statement knowledge.
- Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, utilizing advanced formulas, functions, data and pivot tables.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential company information.
- Effective interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Aptitude to learn tax preparation software.
Other (licenses, certifications, schedule flexibility/OT, travel, etc.):
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Extended work hours will be required during the tax compliance filing process or other critical times.
We offer a full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- Advanced degree in accounting or finance
- Two or more years of related work experience with at least one year of relevant tax experience
- Working knowledge of tax law and procedures; tax research skills; familiarity with various tax returns and schedules
- Intermediate accounting and financial statement knowledge
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, including advanced formulas, functions, data and pivot tables
- Aptitude to learn tax preparation software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential company information
- Effective interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently; extended work hours during filing periods
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What We Do
HomeServices of America, Inc., based in Minneapolis, Minn., developed a strategy that integrates all the pieces of the real estate transaction puzzle including mortgage, title, escrow, insurance and relocation into a suite of home services that work together. Today, while our companies each operate autonomously, they share the unifying priority of delivering an exceptional experience to customers throughout the home buying transaction process. As the parent organization, we support our companies with technological innovation, operational excellence together with operational, legal and financial expertise to stay relevant throughout the home buying and home selling process. Through its affiliate companies, HomeServices of America is the second-largest homeownership service provider in the United States. Owned by Berkshire Hathaway Energy, an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., HomeServices’ operating companies offer integrated real estate services, including brokerage services, mortgage originations, title and closing services, property and casualty insurance, home warranties and other homeownership services. HomeServices Relocation, LLC is the full-service relocation arm of HomeServices of America which provides every aspect of domestic and international relocation to corporations around the world.






