Senior Tax Analyst

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Job Summary:

The Senior Tax Analyst position reports to the Tax Manager and will primarily be responsible for preparation of federal, international, state & local tax return filings as well as preparation/review of quarterly and annual tax provision and tax basis analysis.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Preparation of NRG federal income tax returns, state corporate income and franchise tax returns, international tax forms
• Preparation of NRG annual and /or quarterly US income tax provision and tax basis balance sheet
• Preparation of apportionment methods and data for state filings and calculation of proper tax base for state franchise taxes
• Calculation of estimated payments and filings, taxable income forecasts, tax allocation schedules and research of federal, state and international tax issues
• Draft responses to state tax inquiries; draft responses to Notices of Proposed Adjustments
• Calculate book-to-tax adjustments for the tax provision and reconcile related deferred tax balances for temporary differences
• Analyzing & maintaining tax accounts, balances and related reconciliations
• Significant experience with OneSource Tax Provision and OneSource Income Tax software
• Support and implement process and technology improvement initiatives
• Proactively develops and implements improved processes to minimize income tax risk and enhance internal controls
• Analysis of changes to federal, state and international tax laws
• Assists internal and external auditors with information requests and explanations as needed
• Perform special projects and ad hoc analysis as requested

Working Conditions:

• Open office environment
• Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in office
• Overtime required as special projects arise

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of corporate income tax experience (a combination of working in public accounting & corporate tax department)
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 (SFAS109, APB23, FIN18, FIN48) and SOX404
• Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, vlookup, hlookup formulas, etc.)
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
• Communicates with clarity, both orally and in writing
• Self-starter with ability to manage competing projects in time-constrained environment
• Active learner - able to enhance personal, professional and business growth through new knowledge and experiences; pushes the organization to learn from other industries' standards and practices
• Knowledge of Oracle HFM and SAP  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline required
• Masters in Tax and/or CPA
• Degree in Information Systems and/or experience in Tax Technology a plus

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Organized and flexible - ability to manage multiple projects/assignments, while meeting deadlines
• Strong team player who is able to partner with others in a team-oriented environment within and outside of Tax function
• Demonstrates positive attitude and acts with integrity
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Why NRG is a great place to work:

• Great company culture!! Voted as a BEST employer by Forbes
• A competitive total compensation package, including annual incentive and/or commission
• Stock Purchase Plan 
• Benefits on the first day of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability, Wellness program, etc.   
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
• 401 (k) plan to help save for retirement
• Generous Flexible FTO plan, where you take the time you need; also includes 11 company holidays, and 1 floating holiday
• Numerous discounts, including electricity discounts on NRG brands

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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