Tax Analyst, Part-Time

Tax Analyst Development Program

Cencora - one of the world's leading distributors of pharmaceutical products seeks a part-time Tax Analyst to join its tax department. This Tax Analyst Development Program offers real world tax experience working with a team of passionate, dedicated professionals. This is a paid position based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania and will require a commitment of up to 15 hours weekly. Tasks can be performed remotely as needed.

This role offers experience in the following areas:

• Tax research and writing (including research in the rapidly evolving area of taxes affecting the pharmaceutical industry)
• Tax compliance (sales and use taxes / excise taxes / personal property tax)
• Assistance with special projects (systems / technology, corporate initiatives)

Education and Work Experience

• The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in an undergraduate accounting, masters of tax or accounting, JD or LLM program
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, tax, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Less than 2 years of experience in tax, accounting, finance, public accounting, or a related function required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) eligibility or progress toward CPA preferred. Relevant tax or accounting coursework preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong academic credentials
• Desire to further knowledge of tax through real world application in a world class tax organization
• Research and writing skills including the ability to synthesize research into a written format and explain findings to members of the tax team
• Ability to meet deadlines (both internal and with state taxing authorities)
• Familiarity with commonly used software packages (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Basic knowledge of tax, accounting, and financial reporting concepts.
• Ability to follow defined processes and apply attention to detail in recurring tasks.
• Ability to analyze routine issues and escalate more complex matters appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional stakeholders.