Walgreens

Lead Senior Tax Analyst- Credits and Incentives

Walgreens$100K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years in public accounting or corporate tax, or High School diploma with 4+ years equivalent experience.
  • Experience with technical tax laws and regulations interpretation.
  • Proven ability to analyze and report data to identify actionable insights.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% for work purposes.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and recommend tax savings opportunities to management through presentations.
  • Research new tax methodologies and stay updated by attending industry conferences.
  • Engage in divisional and company-wide projects to foster collaboration and initiative development.
  • Contribute to departmental projects and process improvement efforts.
  • Collaborate with other tax functions for optimal solution implementation.
  • Build relationships with business units to enhance value-creation efforts.
  • Coach and mentor junior analysts in tax processes and projects.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic role influencing strategic financial decisions.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional partnerships.
  • Professional development contributions through mentoring and training.
  • Engagement in diverse projects across the organization.
  • Exposure to tax credit and incentive programs enhancing knowledge and expertise.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary

The Lead Senior Tax Analyst - Credits & Incentives (C&I) is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and managing federal, state, and local tax credit and incentive opportunities that support the company's strategic investments and operations. This role partners cross-functionally to drive value creation through tax savings, while ensuring compliance with all program requirements.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax knowledge with analytical capabilities and the ability to translate business activity into actionable tax strategies.

Job Responsibilities
  • Identifies, recommends, and communicates tax savings opportunities to management and key stakeholders through presentations and periodic reporting.
  • Provides advanced knowledge of new and existing tax methodologies by researching new law and attending conferences and seminars in the tax industry.
  • Participates in divisional and company-wide projects and programs to develop engagement for division-wide and company-wide initiatives.
  • Participates in projects and process improvements for the department.
  • Collaborates with other tax functions to implement optimal tax solutions.
  • Develops relationships with business units to serve as a partner in the business unit's processes for value creation activities.
  • May coach and mentor more junior analysts. Leads and trains staff members on new and existing tax processes and value creation projects.


External Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience with public accounting, corporate tax and/or accounting at a firm, State department of revenue or company OR a High School Diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience with public accounting, corporate tax and/or accounting at a firm, State department of revenue or company.
  • At least 2 years of experience with technical tax laws, regulations and interpreting tax laws.
  • At least 2 years of experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: inserting headers, page breaks, page numbers and tables and/or adjusting table columns).
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font).
  • Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Two to three years of experience in tax, with a focus on credits & incentives, state and local tax (SALT), or related areas.
  • Strong understanding of tax credit and incentive programs, including compliance and documentation requirements
  • Experience modeling financial impacts and performing data analysis
  • Experience with project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives).

About Walgreens

Walgreens is the nation's largest drugstore chain with fiscal 2010 sales of $67 billion. The company operates 7,689 drugstores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Each day, Walgreens provides nearly 6 million customers the most convenient, multichannel access to consumer goods and services and trusted, cost-effective pharmacy, health and wellness services, and advice in communities across America. Walgreens scope of pharmacy services includes retail, specialty, infusion, medical facility, and mail service, along with respiratory services. These services improve health outcomes and lower costs for payers including employers, managed care organizations, health systems, pharmacy benefit managers, and the public sector. Take Care Health Systems is a Walgreens subsidiary that is the largest and most comprehensive manager of worksite health centers and in-store convenient care clinics, with more than 700 locations throughout the country.

Walgreens Careers

Joining Walgreens means becoming part of a team dedicated to inspiring health and well-being across America. As a cornerstone of the community, Walgreens offers unparalleled job opportunities in the retail and healthcare sectors, making it an ideal place for professional growth and innovation. Work You’ll Do At Walgreens, every position contributes to our mission of delivering premier health solutions while ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters growth. Our team members are at the forefront of transforming customer experiences through dedication and expertise. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Embrace the opportunity to lead at Walgreens, where we combine industry expertise with a culture of innovation. Our leadership is committed to nurturing a professional environment where ideas thrive and leadership skills are honed through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs. Engage in Meaningful Work Join a team that values hard work and creativity, where your skills will be enhanced through challenging projects and collaborative team efforts. Walgreens is not just about filling prescriptions—it's about offering solutions that promote healthier communities. Explore Career Opportunities Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more advanced professional role, Walgreens offers a range of career paths in dynamic business areas. From in-store roles to corporate support, our job opportunities are designed to fit a variety of skills and interests. Internship and Employment Benefits Start your career with a Walgreens internship and gain hands-on experience that paves the way for future employment. Our interns work on real projects that matter, gaining skills that are crucial for future success. Full-time team members enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and exclusive employee discounts. Invest in Your Career Growth Walgreens is committed to the career development of our employees. We provide resources and training that encourage continuous learning and career advancement. With support for certifications and networking opportunities, team members can expand their professional horizons and achieve their career goals. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the diverse range of hiring opportunities at Walgreens by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players ready to make a significant impact. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work at Walgreens. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Walgreens. At Walgreens, we are excited to see where your ambition takes you. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness for everyone.
Learn more about Walgreens
Size
202,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$696 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+2.3%
Revenue
$141.5 billion
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