Tax Analyst

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Title
Tax Analyst

Location
Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.

Regular/Temporary
Regular

Job Description Summary
We have an opening for a Tax Analyst.

The primary role of this position is to assist in maintaining firm wide tax compliance in the United States and foreign jurisdictions at federal, state, and local levels.

Job Description

In this capacity, the Tax Analyst will:

• Analyze data provided by the Finance and Accounting group and prepare tax schedules for the preparation of the U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns, business tax returns, sales and use tax returns, and international tax compliance requirements;
• Prepare partnership and nonresident partner estimated tax calculations;
• Prepare quarterly partner income tax projections;
• Maintain partners' composite tax elections and related records;
• Prepare and review the partners' U.S. and international partner withholding tax calculation;
• Prepare applicable general ledger analysis and perform quality assurance procedures;
• Monitor current and proposed changes in tax laws and regulations; research as needed;
• Reconcile general ledger accounts as needed;
• Assist in annual tax reconciliation project and;
• Ad hoc requests from partners or management as required.

Proficiencies:

• Strong MS Excel and Word skills;
• Capable of juggling multiple assignments simultaneously and taking ownership of key responsibilities;
• Must have 'can do' attitude and be willing to do what it takes to meet tight deadlines;
• Maintain a collaborative mindset by supporting team initiatives and adapting to changing business needs;
• Possess strong analytical skills and methodical, detail-oriented approach in completing assignments; and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Accounting or related field is required;
• At least 2 plus years of experience in public accounting at a multi-office professional services organization is preferred;
• Relevant experience with preparing U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns is desired;
• Must be able to perform research on tax laws and regulations for various jurisdictions and different types of tax;
• Exposure to international, VAT, business, property, sales/use, and excise taxation in addition to income tax is desired; and
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA licensure is preferred.

The salary wage range for San Francisco that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Palo Alto that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for New York that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Boston that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Washington, DC that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,300 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for San Diego that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $71,700 and a maximum of $91,200 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Los Angeles that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,300 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
  
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
  
• Lifestyle Spending Account
  
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
  
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
  
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
  
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
  
• Retirement Plan Consulting
  
• Anniversary Bonus Program
  
• Professional Development Programs
  
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
  
• International Travel Insurance
  
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
  
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
  
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
  
• Employee Discounts
  
• And More!
  

The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance. With respect to candidates for employment in Massachusetts, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Although Paul Hastings does not use a lie detector test in its typical application process, an employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.