Tax Senior Specialist, State and Local Tax

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Irving, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Energy
The Role
Support state and local tax compliance and planning by analyzing taxability of transactions, reviewing state tax returns and workpapers, performing technical tax research, supporting provision processes and audits, monitoring regulatory changes, assisting in tax controversy responses, and providing taxability analysis and client service to business units.
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Job Summary

This direct entry exempt position requires a working knowledge of tax concepts, practices, and procedures and specialized knowledge of state and local tax laws.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

  • Assisting in the identification and documenting of tax return positions, especially as it pertains to the taxability of sales/use tax and gross receipts tax transactions throughout the company
  • Analyzing complex accounting transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment
  • Supporting the quarterly and annual provision process and responding to questions and inquiries from the financial statement auditors
  • Reviewing state tax returns and work papers for a complex group of legal entities
  • Analyzing financial statements and other financial data, specifically as they relate to tax compliance and tax planning
  • Performing technical tax research using electronic research services and generating documentation to support tax return filing positions and refund claims
  • Monitoring state tax regulatory and legislative developments and assisting with the interpretation of the implications for the company
  • Assisting the federal and state tax controversy team in responding to information document requests and analyzing data for ASC 450 purposes
  • A problem-solving mentality with a focus on continuous process improvements to better provide taxability analysis to the business units in an efficient manner as well as structuring solutions to minimize tax impacts where possible
  • Further providing outstanding client service through responsiveness to questions and requests by the business units, including interaction with staff and departments throughout the organization

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

  • Experienced gained through college degree programs and or certifications in Accounting, or related field, required
  • 5 to 8+ years relevant experience and Big 4 accounting firm experience strongly preferred
  • Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and tax requirements and the underlying policy, practices and procedures of public companies
  • Basic knowledge of tax return processes is required

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Job Family

Tax

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas
We are a company of people committed to:  Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.  If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] to make a request.

Skills Required

  • College degree or certification in Accounting or related field
  • 5 to 8+ years relevant tax experience
  • Big 4 accounting firm experience
  • Working knowledge of tax concepts, practices, and procedures and specialized knowledge of state and local tax laws
  • Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and tax requirements and public company policies and procedures
  • Basic knowledge of tax return processes
  • Ability to perform technical tax research using electronic research services
  • Experience supporting quarterly and annual tax provision processes and responding to auditors
  • Ability to analyze complex accounting transactions and financial statements for tax compliance and planning
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The Company
HQ: Causeway Bay
1,186 Employees

What We Do

Vistra is a premier, integrated, Fortune 300 energy company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive power markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada and Japan, as well.

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