Senior Tax Analyst

Inside the Role

Assist management with the Federal and state tax compliance process, provide tax audit support and internal financial reporting support for various entities with specific focus on financial services and treasury entities. Ensure accurate preparation, review and timely submission of all tax returns required by U.S. federal, state and local tax laws. Ensure all tax results and exposures are complete and accurately forecasted and valued for financial reporting purposes in accordance with IFRS. Conduct tax research and complex analysis and support special projects requiring close interaction and communication with other departments in the organization.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $95,000 – $121,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Prepare and assist management with federal, state and local income and franchise tax compliance process for the financial services entities. Ensure compliance with tax laws and Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding’s (DTBUSH) policies including accurate and timely submission of federal and state tax returns.

• Perform complex research and analysis of accounting and tax positions relating to financial services.  Support special projects or ad hoc technical research to optimize DTBUSH’s overall US tax position and reduce tax risks involved with these projects or strategies.  

• Assist in all aspects of federal, state and local income and franchise tax audits and dispute resolution to ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations for financial services entities.  Ensure audit inquiries are thoroughly researched and responses to auditors’ inquiries are clear, cogent, and timely.

• Support special projects to optimize DTBUSH’s overall tax position and reduce tax risks involved with these projects or strategies.  

• Prepare and assist management with all federal and state tax financial reporting requirements including detailed tax forecasts/operative plans, tax contingency reserve analysis, and cash planning for financial services entities.  Provide support for financial statement audit for financial services entities.

• Communicate tax law changes relating to financial services to management and recommend appropriate actions to limit exposures.

• Manage tax depreciation systems for leased vehicles.

• Recommend and implement process improvements for compliance and tax accounting services.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA in Accounting and 3+ years of experience with corporate income tax compliance AND accounting for income taxes
• Ability to effectively communicate with management and outside business advisors and government agencies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Exceptional Candidates Might Have  

• Master’s degree in Accounting
• CPA License
• Previous experience with CorpTax software and SAP
• Public accounting experience

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.