Sr Tax Analyst

Lead Tax Analyst

Amway is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Tax Analyst to join our US Tax Compliance team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading our tax compliance and related processes. You will review federal, state and local income tax returns, handle tax notices and focus on tax accounting during year end. You will also lead various tax projects such as research on federal and state tax issues, cross-functional collaborations within the organization and mentor and guide tax staff. A unique aspect of this position is the opportunity to partner closely with our in-house technology solutions team to develop and enhance tools that automate and streamline tax processes. If you are passionate about process improvement and leveraging technology to enhance tax functions, this is an excellent opportunity for you. As part of a global company with a unique business structure, you will gain exposure to a wide breadth of interesting and complex tax reporting scenarios. This is an on-site role based in Grand Rapids, MI. Travel is minimal (up to 10%) and primarily for professional development or conferences. Day to day, you will be responsible for: Leading the preparation and review of federal and state corporate income tax returns for accuracy and completeness. Partnering with external service providers to manage compliance deliverables. Mentoring and guiding tax staff Managing tax audits and responding to inquiries from tax authorities Driving process improvements and automation within our tax workflows by working with our in-house technology solutions team.

Required qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a Corporate Income Tax department or public accounting firm, with the majority of the focus on corporate income tax (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership) with an international emphasis. Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Skills to be successful in the role: CPA Certification is a plus Experience with OneSource, Corptax software, Alteryx, Tableau and Oracle Business Systems – JDE and EBS is a plus. Strong knowledge of federal, state and international tax regulations. A high degree of financial, business, and analytical acumen, inclusive of the ability to effectively communicate and present complex tax and financial data (both verbally and written) to influence all levels and global audiences, helping others understand tax and financial data and to translate it into actionable business insights. Proven ability to think strategically and understand the broader view. Demonstrate an understanding of the long-term, "big picture" view of needs and opportunities. Thought leadership aided by the ability to connect dots and challenge assumptions. An ability to research tax related statutes, regulations, and court cases.

The Corporate Tax Department is responsible for tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax planning for Amway's global organization. Our team of skilled professionals operates in a dynamic and evolving world of tax policy and compliance. We host an in-house technology team that deploys technology solutions including automation and data analytics tools to streamline processes and drive efficiency. The Domestic team focuses on US tax compliance including areas related to income tax, excise tax, sales and use tax, property tax, and tax credits. Amway does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need Amway immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.) now or in the future.