Senior Tax Analyst - Boston, MA - Clarendon St

Vice President Talent Acquisition at Berkshire Bank

Division: Finance

Department: Accounting

Reports to: VP, Corporate Income Tax Manager

Status: Exempt/Officer

Grade: 11

Salary Range: $72,000 - $122,000

Additional Compensation: Actual compensation within this pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

Location: Boston, MA - 131 Clarendon St

Purpose / Objective: Coordinate with Tax team regarding the Company’s tax environment and positions. Exposure to all aspects of domestic income tax compliance and research in the unique and evolving field. Participate in the implementation of tax strategies that reduce tax liabilities and minimize exposures. Create efficient and effective tax procedures and work papers. Monitor compliance with tax laws and regulations and create synergies that reduce external costs.

• Perform extensive spreadsheet-based analysis, balance, research and reconcile all tax general ledger accounts, interact with business unit contacts and external sources. Prepare and reconcile tax related journal entries. 15%
• Prepare the quarterly and year-end income tax provision. Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and best practices regarding tax workpaper documentation and memoranda including maintaining a tracking spreadsheet for uncertain tax positions (ASC 740-10). Prepare disclosures for annual report (10K), quarterly report (10Q), and regulatory filings including the tax footnotes and schedules. Prepare the return to provision calculation. 35%
• Prepare tax return work papers, manage tax return due dates and filings. Prepare and maintain a fixed asset roll forward, review of tax depreciation reports. Calculate, track and execute estimated tax payments. 25%
• Prepare for and provide information requested for external and internal audits. Respond to and resolve misc. tax notices. 5%
• Interpret and comply with federal and state statutes, regulations, and legislation. Monitor tax law changes, and proposed changes. 5%
• Work closely with Tax Credit Manager to review and ensure accuracy of accounting for tax credits for internal and external reporting. 10%
• Support the Company with related tax planning and special projects. Manage tax reporting and filing for special purpose entities. Participate in the integration of new acquisitions and divestiture of sold assets or entities. 5%
• Ensures compliance with all banking laws, rules, regulations, and prescribed policies/practices/procedures necessary to reduce risk and uphold ethical standards related to and required by one’s duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other four year degree with equivalent accounting experience

• Minimum of 3 years in Tax Accounting preferred. Preferably a mixture of private and public experience
• Banking industry experience a plus

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various teams and external contacts
• Demonstrated ability for problem-solving, independent work, and attention to detail
• Highly proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to see the big picture.
• Process improvement and deadline driven.
• Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.

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