Principal – State Tax

Job Overview

Perform US state/local income and franchise compliance for the consolidated group. Provide support for tax audits, special projects, tax risk analysis, forecasts, other financial reporting requirements and federal tax compliance.

• Prepare and review state and local income tax and franchise tax returns for the consolidated US tax group; ensure accurate and timely submission and compliance with laws, regulations and internal control processes. Perform complex tax analysis and research. (45%)
• Assist in all aspects of state and local income tax and franchise tax audits and dispute resolution; research audit inquiries and respond to external auditors. (35%)
• Prepare and assist management with state tax financial reporting, including detailed tax forecasts, operative planning, risk analysis, and cash planning. Compute and analyze state tax contingencies and prepare quarterly reserve whitepapers. (10%)
• Perform federal tax compliance: prepare and review federal tax returns; assist with international income tax compliance. (5%)
• Assist management with special projects and conduct ad‑hoc tax research to optimize tax position and reduce risks. Monitor tax legislation impact. (5%)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) with emphasis in Accounting, Finance or Law.
• Master of Science in Taxation or LLM in Tax preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.

Experience:

• 5+ years total experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or corporate tax department.
• Knowledge of US tax law and compliance processes; analytical and computer/technology skills for tax research; ability to evaluate financial statement data and internal controls.

Other

Skills:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in PC skills and Microsoft Office applications;
  Corptax knowledge a plus.
• Effective presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Competitive salary plus annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance.
• Vacation time plus fifteen additional corporate holidays.
• Eligible to participate in the Mercedes‑Benz Employee Lease Program.
• Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer‑paid short and long‑term disability; on‑site exercise facilities.
• Paid Family Leave Programs – Six Weeks for New Parents;
  Adoption Expense Reimbursement up to $6k per child.
• Tuition Assistance Scholar Program – up to $8k in vouchers for business‑related coursework.

Mercedes‑Benz North America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities, females, disabled, and veterans.