Analyst - Reconciliation, Govt. Reporting & Tax Compliance (1664)

OVERVIEW:

The Analyst – Reconciliation, Government & Tax Compliance is responsible for researching, assisting with tax planning and analyzing financial data while ensuring compliance with all tax and financial laws and regulations. This position reports to the Finance Director.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Support and supervise tax return preparation activities, schedules, and payments by maintaining accurate records and databases of tax-related information while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Conduct tax research by analyzing financial data to identify tax implications and identify and implement opportunities.
• Oversee and review all required government reporting requirements prepared by the offshore BPO team.
• Ensure readiness for tax audits, overseeing thorough documentation and being proactive in addressing potential compliance issues.
• Participate in data collection, coordination and support as per requests from 3rd parties/vendors.
• Engage with cross-functional teams, such as accounting, compliance, legal, and operations, to facilitate seamless integration of tax strategies into overall business operations.
• Prepare financial statements and report tax entries required for federal government reporting.
• Provide hydrocarbon accounting support for SAP implementation.
• Provide support and assistance to financial accounting, as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or management is required. 
• Minimum 5 years in income and or excise tax, finance, and/or accounting in an oil & gas environment is required.
• Working knowledge of financial systems used in hydrocarbon management including SAP, Right Angle, OAS and the Microsoft suite of programs.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or other relevant certifications may be beneficial. 
• Previous experience with SAP 4Hana is preferred.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATE ACCEPTED