Analyst- Tax II USA

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: * The Tax Analyst II - International is responsible for supporting international tax strategic analyses, documentation, and compliance with respect to various cross-border domestic taxes and international taxes. The role will also be responsible for preparing U.S. international tax compliance returns and related workpapers and supporting the international tax provision calculations and documentation. Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
• MBA, MST or CPA a plus
• 2-4 years tax experience in Public Accounting environment or relevant

multinational experience

• International tax experience preferred
• Public Accounting Experience a plus
• Experience with CSC CorpTax software preferred

Required Skills/Competencies: * Strong mathematical and financial/accounting analytical and work paper preparation skills using Excel

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with U.S. international tax forms such as Forms 5471, 8858, and

1118 * Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results * Ability to work effectively within the tax department and with other functions * Detail oriented, strong critical thinking skills to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out * Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs Essential Responsibilities: * Prepare US informational tax returns in CSC CorpTax and work papers (5471, 8858, 8865, 1118, etc.) including schedules for annual/quarterly Subpart F income, Net CFC Tested Income (previously known as Global intangible low-taxed income), E&P studies, and section 163j * Support maintenance of CSC CorpTax database with regard to foreign entities’ ownership and information * Maintenance of permanent tax files for the Company’s international subsidiaries, prepare various elections and relevant filings (i.e. entity classification, tax residency certificate requests) * Analyze and Prepare Monthly & Annual U.S. Withholding Compliance Remittances & Returns

• Support external tax advisors and auditors with information requests
• As needed, prepare or confirm periodic journal entries, reconciliations and

working papers to support the Company’s various international tax matters * Identify areas to improve efficiency and accuracy in international tax reporting and compliance * Perform self-review of work product ensuring agreement to source information and balancing of tax return

• Other duties as assigned
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to the Manager of International Tax.
• Position will not have direct reports.

Travel: * 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.) Estimated Salary Range: * $62,500-$89,000 annually US Physical Requirements: Office Physical Requirements: All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.