Tax Analyst

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the role?  

The Tax Analyst will be a key member of the Zeiss group NA tax team. He/she is primarily responsible for supporting the tax compliance and tax accounting process of Zeiss North America operation. Candidates are expected to work independently and be able to recognize tax issues and recommend solutions.  Additionally, candidates must possess strong communications skills and a professional demeanor. The position reports to Sr. Tax Manager.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare Form 5471s, 5472s, 1042s, 8802s, 1120F and other miscellaneous filings. Review information needed to file Form 1099s.
• Prepare and make quarterly estimated tax payment calculations, & extension tax payment calculations.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather necessary information.
• Assist in preparing and processing federal and multistate income tax returns / franchise tax returns, including separate company, consolidated and unitary filings, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain and update tax calendar.

Tax Accounting:

• Prepare and maintain fixed assets reports for all operating units.
• Assist senior tax analysts in the preparation of monthly / yearly closings.
• Assist in preparing mid-year and year-end tax provisions, including related footnotes and journal entries.
• Maintain, update and reconcile current and deferred tax accounts.

Tax Research:

• Research technical tax matters and discuss with other team members.
• Assist in providing practical, solution-focused responses to tax issues.
• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, to tax as well as non-tax personnel.

Other:

• Assist in income tax audits and respond to tax authorities’ inquiries.
• Assist in responding timely to notices from various tax authorities.
• Maintain accurate and organized tax records.
• Take initiatives on process improvement.
• Work collaboratively with internal employees and external individuals on various projects.

May require overtime during peak seasons – tax return and tax provisions.

This job description contains the general details considered necessary to outline the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as inclusive of all work requirements.  All position requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.  The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Do you qualify?

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of corporate tax experience from public accounting firms or large multinational corporation.

• Strong understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Solid knowledge in federal and multistate income tax compliance.

• Comprehensive use of Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel and Word.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively toward deadlines independently and with others.

• Ability to work with a sense of personal responsibility and integrity.

• Be a self-starter and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

The annual pay range for this position is $76,000– $95,000The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.This position is also eligible for a performance bonus or sales commissions.  ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay 
• The list goes on! 

ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Clara Cresswell

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).