Senior Tax Analyst

Saltchuk Marine

$95K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of tax experience in both public and private sectors preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations and accounting principles.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with tax return software (e.g., OneSource).
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, able to organize and prioritize tasks.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing accurate work.
  • Capacity to suggest and implement process improvements.
  • Effective in managing multiple assignments under pressure and collaborating with a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review federal and state tax returns, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
  • Conduct research on technical tax issues and document findings in memos.
  • Assist with income tax provisions and estimated tax payment calculations.
  • Identify and implement process improvements within the tax function.
  • Manage federal and state income tax audits efficiently.
  • Monitor and evaluate impacts of tax law changes on the company.
  • Collaborate with finance teams to analyze tax implications for potential investments.
  • Initiate solutions for technical and scheduling challenges faced by the tax department.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Generous 401(k) plan with a company match and additional contributions.
  • 3 weeks of vacation annually, plus holidays and personal leave.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
Full Job Description
Summary

As a member of our highly experienced tax team, you will grow your tax expertise and make a meaningful difference. Reporting to the Tax Manager, you will coordinate and complete certain Saltchuk corporate income tax compliance and reporting requirements.

Description

Summary
This position will focus on federal income tax, such requirements will include, but are not limited to, federal and state tax returns, tax provision reporting, tax research, tax forecasting, and special projects. You'll be based in our beautiful waterfront office in downtown Seattle, Washington. We offer exciting opportunities to travel periodically to our companies in Hawaii, Alaska, and Florida.

Primary Job Responsibilities
  • Obtain necessary information and prepare/review federal and state and tax returns. Assist team in additional foreign compliance efforts as needed.
  • Perform research on technical tax issues and write technical memoranda documenting conclusions.
  • Assist with income tax provisions, monthly and quarterly estimated tax payment computations and monthly tax account reconciliations.
  • Assist with identifying and implementing process improvements and procedures for the tax function.
  • Manage potential federal and state income tax audits.
  • Assist in monitoring and interpreting U.S., state and foreign tax laws and evaluating their impact on Saltchuk and its affiliates.
  • Maintain awareness of tax law changes and updates.
  • Collaborate with other members of the Saltchuk companies' finance teams on the analysis of tax implications of potential new investments and/or acquisitions.
  • Assist in identifying significant tax problems and/or opportunities relating to the company's operations, including research and development of solutions/strategies.
  • Initiate timely action on technical, scheduling, and other problems and bring recommended solutions to the team.
  • Perform other duties as needed in support of the Tax department and Saltchuk's strategies.
  • Travel to visit subsidiary companies and attend meetings & conferences as needed.

Qualifications & Experience
  • The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' direct related tax experience, preferably with a combination of public and private experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of corporate federal income tax, state income tax, and tax accounting principles. Experience with fixed assets and tax depreciation, a plus.
  • Computer operation skills: advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills, knowledge of Windows environment, and experience with tax return software such as OneSource.
  • Skills in analytical thinking, problem solving, planning/organizing, decision-making, and follow-through.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and produce an accurate and organized work product.
  • Ability to utilize existing procedures and suggest process improvements.
  • Ability to work independently on multiple assignments and under deadline pressure, ability to set priorities and schedule work, willingness to accept new responsibilities.
  • Strong skills in interpersonal relations, ability to work closely with others, ability to cooperate with others in a manner that recognizes the importance of teamwork in achieving company goals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required.
  • Masters in Taxation or LLM is preferred but not required.
  • CPA certification is preferred.

Pay & Benefits
We're committed to taking care of you and your family, today and in the future. Here's what you can look forward to:
  • Compensation
    • Competitive base annual salary range: $95,000 - $115,000 depending on experience and qualifications
    • Eligibility for annual target bonus of 20% of base salary
    • Total Cash Compensation, at target bonus ranges from $114,000 - $138,000
  • Health & Wellness
    • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents
    • Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Retirement
    • Generous 401(k) plan with a 4% company match, plus an additional 3% discretionary company contribution to help you save for your future
  • Paid Time Off
    • 3 weeks' vacation annually
    • 9 company holidays + 2 personal holidays each year
    • 12 days of sick leave annually
  • Flexibility & Balance
    • Work-from-home on Fridays, for foreseeable future
    • Currently offering 2 weeks of remote work each year, plus the option to work from home during the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas

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