Tax Analyst

About GoodLeap:

GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat pumps, roofing, windows, and more. Over 1 million homeowners have benefited from our simple, fast, and frictionless technology that makes the adoption of these products more affordable, accessible, and easier to understand. Thousands of professionals deploying home efficiency and solar solutions rely on GoodLeap’s proprietary, AI-powered applications and developer tools to drive more transparent customer communication, deeper business intelligence, and streamlined payment and operations. Our platform has led to more than $27 billion in financing for sustainable solutions since 2018.

GoodLeap is also proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower, which is building and deploying life-saving water and clean electricity systems, changing the lives of more than 1.6 million people across Africa, Asia, and South America.

The Tax Analyst will play a key role in supporting the VP of Tax in a number of capacities, focusing on sales tax, property tax, IRS information reporting, and unclaimed property reporting.

Responsibilities include preparing, filing, and overseeing compliance of state and local sales and property tax returns across multiple jurisdictions, ensure accuracy and adherence to diverse tax regulations. This role also includes managing the annual IRS information reporting process (Form 1099 series), coordinating timely submissions, and addressing any discrepancies. Additional responsibilities include handling unclaimed property / escheatment filings and assisting in other ad-hoc tax projects as needed

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, file, and ensure compliance with state and local sales tax returns for all applicable jurisdictions. Assist in taxability analysis on new and existing products/services to ensure proper tax treatment. Assist with sales tax registrations and maintain records of tax filings.
• Manage property tax compliance for all applicable jurisdictions, ensuring timely filing and payment of property taxes. Review property tax assessments, conduct research, and communicate with jurisdiction to dispute any discrepancies.
• Coordinating the timely and accurate annual IRS information reporting. Manage the validation of W-9 forms for vendors to ensure accurate 1099 reporting.
• Monitor and track outstanding checks and liabilities that may qualify as unclaimed property. Coordinate annual unclaimed property filings in compliance with Statespecific requirements and escheatment laws.
• Stay current with changes in tax regulations across sales tax, property tax, IRS reporting, and unclaimed property.
• Respond to tax-related inquiries from internal departments and external agencies.
• Reconcile tax liabilities with the general ledger and manage monthly tax accruals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining tax-related documentation, policies, and procedure guides.
• Work closely with the VP of Tax to assist with various ad-hoc tax project as needed

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

•  3-5 years of experience in preparing and filing sales tax and property tax returns
• Strong understanding of tax regulations, particularly sales and property tax.
• Proficiency with tax filing systems and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tax projects. 

Compensation: $60k-$80k annually

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other managers related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and other skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

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