About the Role
As a Tax Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in managing and preparing 1099 tax records and filings and assist in the preparation of 1041 returns, while providing valuable insights into tax compliance and strategies. This position builds upon foundational knowledge, enabling you to assist in special projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the organization's tax obligations are met efficiently and accurately.
Responsibilities
•Prepare and file intermediate-level 1099 tax returns and documentation.
•Maintain comprehensive and updated tax records.
•Assist in the preparation of tax estimates and forecasts.
•Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary data for tax filings.
•Review and ensure accuracy in tax calculations and submissions.
•Conduct research on current tax laws and regulations.
•Respond to more tax inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
•Identify and address discrepancies in tax documentation.
Skills
•Preferred Tax Knowledge: Deeper understanding of trust and 1099 tax principles and regulations.
•Tax Software Proficiency: Competence in using tax preparation software.
•Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze tax data and identify trends.
•Immediate to advanced Excel skills.
•Effective Communication: Clearly conveys tax information to non-experts.
•Time Management: Prioritizes tasks to meet strict tax deadlines.
•Advanced Research Skills: More adept at researching and interpreting tax code.
•Problem-Solving: Identifies and resolves tax issues effectively.
•Detailed Reporting: Ability to generate detailed tax reports.
Qualifications
Education: Degree in accounting or taxation, preferred
Experience:
•4 years' experience preparing and reviewing Form 1099s and schedules.
•Basic understanding of trust tax return concepts.
•Extensive usage of tax software, preferably CCH.
•Public accounting and/or financial institution background.
•Enrolled Agent, CPA a plus.
Other requirements:
•Ability to interact with internal & external clients, assess business challenges and collaboratively define solutions to address key issues.
•Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
•Self-motivated individual who can work with limited direction, while keeping key stakeholders apprised of project status.
•Strong attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies in large amounts of data being reviewed.
•Strong PC and business software application skills, including Microsoft Office suite - Excel.
•Ability to mentor and assist other team members with questions and/or best practices.
•Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, fluid environment handling multiple tasks and projects concurrently while implementing best practices and focusing on attention to detail.
•Paramount communication skills.
Interview Practices
To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, all candidates are asked to participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts, to remove virtual backgrounds, and in-person interviews are included in the hiring process. Use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification. Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.
Compensation
$57,400.00 - $98,350.00 USD. This role is eligible for Bonus. Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location.
Benefits
Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
