Contracts Analyst - Tax

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Marathon is seeking a paralegal with strong analytical, legal research, writing and organizational skills to support the Tax organization.  The selected candidate will research and analyze tax statutes, regulations, regulatory guidance documents, and court decisions; assist with contract review and analysis; assimilate information for use by in-house and outside counsel; assist with preparing and complying with tax credits, grants and incentives; assist with the tax compliance for tax withholding and tax information returns.

This position is a full-time, onsite role based in Findlay, OH. This position also belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level.  Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates contractual content of proposals; provides interpretation of contract language; drafts internal contracts or responses to external contacts; evaluates and analyzes contracts and other documentation reviewed for Tax projects.

• Manages and coordinates various projects including activities related to federal and state tax liens against the Company’s employees and vendors, activities related to the annual reports, and records retention within the Tax organization.

• Conducts legal research of complex tax matters and manages the coordination and the legal research among the clients, Tax Legal and Tax management; evaluates need for additional legal review; prepares legal memos and persuasive position papers on tax matters and projects, including complex legal issues.

• Manages and coordinates the process and communication for Tax legal projects including voluntary disclosure agreements, controversy, and audits and appeals.  Performs project management duties with regard to Tax legal projects including controversy and appeals; assist in developing reports to management on a project-specific basis; coordinates with and acts as a liaison for Tax legal projects including controversy, audits and appeals.  Prepares responses to information document production requests for tax audits (foreign, federal, state and local). 

• Assist with the coordination and management of the tax withholding and tax information reporting (including IRS Forms 1099s, 945s, 1042s) for the Company including reviewing and updating processes and procedures used by the Company’s accounts payable department; responding to questions from other departments and third parties; conducting legal research on the issues that arise; preparing legal memos on the issues; and preparing and responding to notices from governmental agencies regarding the tax withholding and tax information reporting.

• Prepares and assists with preparing tax credits, grants and incentives for the Company, including gathering data from other organizations within the Company, analyzing the data received, preparing the calculations, and preparing the necessary documentations, summaries and reports.

• Represents the company in meetings with counterparties, other third party stakeholders, and outside counsel for Tax projects including development of processes and procedures; carries out detailed research, initiates and maintains appropriate contacts with outside companies, other third party stakeholders, and outside counsel and provides and drives a comprehensive plan of action toward project objectives; develops cooperative partnerships with counterparts at counterparties, other third party stakeholders and outside counsel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies from ABA-approved school required

• Minimum two years of paralegal experience required

SKILLS:

• Highly self-motivated professional

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large volumes of complex information

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, time management, and attention to detail

• Advanced legal research and writing skills

• Computer proficiency

• Functional and project support

• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact and collaborate with various organizations

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00015123

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.