Constellation
Senior Tax Analyst
Constellation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
WHO WE ARE
As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $99,000 to $110,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
The State and Local Tax Senior Analyst (“SALT Senior”) applies state and local tax knowledge in assisting with state and local tax audits, aiding in tax decisions, identifying tax planning opportunities and risks, and implementing tax planning. This individual researches various state tax issues to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the tax law and documents the analysis and conclusions. The SALT Senior reviews state tax returns and supporting schedules to confirm that the appropriate positions are taken, assists with the corporate-wide state income/franchise, property tax, and transaction tax issues, and drafts a wide range of state and local tax memoranda. Stays abreast of state and local tax developments and informs team members of the same.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Gathers data, formulates position statements, coordinates, or negotiates with respect to examinations by state tax authorities.
Investigates and solves technical state tax issues, including those connected with state tax returns and planning.
Assists with implementation of complex state tax planning strategies and the resolution of a broad range of associated issues.
Reviews workpapers, schedules, reports and other correspondence, state tax returns, or other items related to tax returns or to tax payments necessary to comply with tax laws, or other items related to accounting for state income taxes.
Researches various state tax matters to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the law; prepares memoranda (including ASC 740 memoranda) on conclusions.
Uses knowledge of state tax concepts to seek to identify opportunities to minimize company’s tax burden.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate Accounting or other financial discipline
5+ years related tax experience & 3+ years of state sales/use and/or income/franchise tax consulting/planning experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree, such as Master's in Tax an/or Juris Doctorate
CPA License
Big 4 experience
Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $99,000 to $110,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
The State and Local Tax Senior Analyst (“SALT Senior”) applies state and local tax knowledge in assisting with state and local tax audits, aiding in tax decisions, identifying tax planning opportunities and risks, and implementing tax planning. This individual researches various state tax issues to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the tax law and documents the analysis and conclusions. The SALT Senior reviews state tax returns and supporting schedules to confirm that the appropriate positions are taken, assists with the corporate-wide state income/franchise, property tax, and transaction tax issues, and drafts a wide range of state and local tax memoranda. Stays abreast of state and local tax developments and informs team members of the same.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Gathers data, formulates position statements, coordinates, or negotiates with respect to examinations by state tax authorities.
Investigates and solves technical state tax issues, including those connected with state tax returns and planning.
Assists with implementation of complex state tax planning strategies and the resolution of a broad range of associated issues.
Reviews workpapers, schedules, reports and other correspondence, state tax returns, or other items related to tax returns or to tax payments necessary to comply with tax laws, or other items related to accounting for state income taxes.
Researches various state tax matters to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the law; prepares memoranda (including ASC 740 memoranda) on conclusions.
Uses knowledge of state tax concepts to seek to identify opportunities to minimize company’s tax burden.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate Accounting or other financial discipline
5+ years related tax experience & 3+ years of state sales/use and/or income/franchise tax consulting/planning experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree, such as Master's in Tax an/or Juris Doctorate
CPA License
Big 4 experience
Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.