Tax Analyst

Locations: Houston (8801)
Business Units: Central
About the Job: Full Time

Job Function
The Income Tax Analyst will support the company’s global income tax function, with a primary focus on US federal and state income tax compliance, provision, and tax planning. This role is ideal for a candidate with prior public accounting experience who is looking to apply strong technical skills in a dynamic corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities
Income Tax Compliance

• Prepare and review US federal, state, and local income tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments
• Coordinate with external advisors on compliance matters and filings
• Analyze book-to-tax differences and maintain supporting workpapers

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740
• Calculate current and deferred taxes, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions
• Assist with tax disclosures for financial statements

• Support tax planning initiatives, including entity structuring, intercompany transactions, and M&A activities
• Assist with transfer pricing coordination and intercompany documentation
• Research and analyze technical tax issues; draft memos and recommendations

• Support income tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities
• Prepare audit-ready documentation and respond to information requests
• Assist with managing tax authority correspondence and notices

• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, controls, and documentation
• Assist with automation and enhancement of tax compliance and provision workflows

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5+ years of income tax experience, including public accounting firm experience (Big 4 or national firm preferred)
• Strong knowledge of US federal income tax; state and international exposure a plus
• Experience with ASC 740 income tax provision
• Proficiency in Excel and tax compliance software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• CPA or CPA-eligible
• Experience in a multinational or complex corporate environment
• Exposure to transfer pricing, tax planning, or international tax concepts
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.