Senior Tax Analyst (Hybrid)

First American
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Santa Ana
1 First American Way (Show on map)
Jan 15, 2025
Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Purpose: To analyze Sales and Use Tax accounts for purposes of GAAP and to prepare and review Sales & Use Tax returns for filing as needed. Also to be able to answer questions from management and the field in regards to Sales & Use Tax issues for all domestic localities. Purpose: To analyze Sales and Use Tax accounts for purposes of GAAP and to prepare and review Sales & Use Tax returns for filing as needed. Also to be able to answer questions from management and the field in regards to Sales & Use Tax issues for all domestic localities. Duties: Review sales tax filings as prepared by the India Financial Service Center for accuracy and readiness for filing with the state and/or local authorities. Correspond and correct, as necessary. 35% Prepare returns by analyzing revenue for the period required and submitting them to the proper authority. (This will hopefully be transitioned to the IFSC prior to my departure). 20% Review correspondence from governmental agencies regarding sales & use tax and respond, as required. This includes maintaining sales tax portal access (user names and passwords) 10% Review internal correspondence and attend meetings regarding sales & use tax issues and respond, as required. 20% Analyze monthly balances in the Sales, Use, B&O and Other Sales Tax accounts for sufficiency and approve on Blackline. 10% Assist manager in preparation of tax audit workpapers and also manage audits, as needed. 5% Key Competencies: Minimum 3 years experience with Multi-State Domestic Sales and Use Tax compliance and research. Ability to create journal entries to be posted to GL. Maintain tax accounts in accordance with GAAP. Medium level of experience with Excel and Oracle, including pivot table creation and XLookup functions. Also, be able to forecast revenue to determine if a company meets the financial nexus. Preferred experience with Blackline, but not necessary. Ability to multitask, as problems crop up that need immediate attention. Education required: Minimum bachelor's degree in accounting, Tax or Finance Salary Range: $82,950. - $110,550 annually This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed #LI-TG2 Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. What We Offer By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.