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Job DescriptionBuild the Future of Tax Credits—Without the Timesheets
Are you passionate about tax credits, energized by complex incentives, and ready to leave timesheets behind for good?
About the Role:
Internally we called this role Tax Credit Specialist. You'll be a hands-on, technical contributor responsible for identifying complex state and federal tax credits, jobs-based and investment-related incentives.
This fully remote role offers autonomy, minimal travel, and the opportunity to shape the future of tax credits through data and artificial intelligence.
This is an ideal opportunity for professionals with public accounting or incentive consulting experience who want to continue doing intellectually challenging work without timesheets or traditional burnout.
You will report to the Vice President of Incentives.
What You'll Do
Identify state and federal tax credits, with a primary focus on:
- Jobs-based tax credits (excluding WOTC)
- Basic investment tax credits
Work directly with complex state hiring and employment incentive programs, including:
- Georgia Jobs Tax Credit
- South Carolina Jobs Tax Credit
- New York Excelsior Jobs Program
- Arizona Quality Jobs Tax Credit
- Other comparable state and local incentive programs
Evaluate workforce and payroll data related to:
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) credits
- Military leave–related credits
- Employer-provided childcare tax credits
Collaborate to:
- Translate raw payroll and HRIS data into structured tax credit calculations
- Prepare documentation that is defensible, and audit-ready
Help develop AI-enabled workflows that:
- Identify tax credit opportunities in large payroll datasets
- Refine calculations, documentation, and delivery
Stay current on changes in state and federal incentive legislation affecting jobs and investment credits.
You're, technically thoughtful, and excited by the idea of modernizing tax credits through data and AI. You take pride in your work, enjoy navigating complex incentive programs, and want to be part of a team that's building something smarter and better than the traditional tax credit model.
Why This Role Is Different
- No time sheets
- Remote-first with minimal travel.
- High visibility of work.
- A rare opportunity to combine deep tax technical work with AI and data improvement.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field of study (required)
- Five (5+) years of experience with a large regional and big 4 accounting firm (required)
- Five (5+) Years State Tax Credit and Tax Research experience
- Hands-on experience with state hiring and jobs tax credits (required)
- Technical foundation in tax credit analysis, compliance, and documentation
- Experience in public accounting, specialty tax, or incentive consulting environments
- CPA or JD (plus)
- Master's degree in taxation (MST) or Tax LLM
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's people first, inclusive and purpose driven culture is multi award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2025 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 26 countries to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or explore our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will be also eligible for a variable pay opportunity.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
- Five years experience with a large regional or big 4 accounting firm
- Five years state tax credit and tax research experience
- Hands-on experience with state hiring and jobs tax credits
- Technical foundation in tax credit analysis and compliance
- Experience in public accounting, specialty tax, or incentive consulting
- CPA or JD
- Master's degree in taxation (MST) or Tax LLM
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage is described as strong, with expanded mental health resources and telemedicine options. Coverage includes inclusive services such as gender transition and fertility support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are generous, including substantial PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid volunteer days with options to purchase additional leave. Parental leave is available for birth and non-birth parents alongside flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and contributory pension schemes in some regions. These elements complement base pay and bonuses to form a competitive total rewards package.
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What We Do
Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
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