This position will provide tax expertise for specific functional or business tax activities. In general, a Senior Tax Analyst will: (1) review the work of junior tax staff, (2) ensure completion of filing requirements and financial statement tax disclosures on a timely and accurate basis for the regulated and unregulated businesses, (3) respond to or direct staff to respond to tax and/or financial statement audits of the company and its subsidiaries, (4) analyze and quantify any tax impact to th... more details
Sempra: Where opportunity powers impact
At Sempra, we tackle the biggest energy challenges that face our?industry. Our high-performing team leverages the full capabilities of?our organization to serve 40 million consumers across North?America. By collaborating and challenging one another across?multiple disciplines, we inspire our best work, ideas and?innovation. From increasing liquified natural gas (LNG) capacities?to reducing carbon emissions to helping people prepare for the?realities of climate change, we are committed to building a better?energy future for all.
Primary Purpose
This position will provide tax expertise for specific functional or business tax activities. In general, a Senior Tax Analyst will: (1) review the work of junior tax staff, (2) ensure completion of filing requirements and financial statement tax disclosures on a timely and accurate basis for the regulated and unregulated businesses, (3) respond to or direct staff to respond to tax and/or financial statement audits of the company and its subsidiaries, (4) analyze and quantify any tax impact to the company of current tax law and proposed tax legislation, (5) research tax positions under the direction and guidance of senior tax members, (6) identify favorable or simplified alternative reporting position for assigned function or business unit, and (7) develop tax planning opportunities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Incumbents will focus on both Tax Accounting and Tax Compliance.
Responsibilities are as follows:
Ensure the completion of tax accounting (ASC 740) for the company and its subsidiaries, including financial statement and regulatory tax disclosures.
Lead the effort to manage the tax requirements (e.g., determining book/tax differences and permanent and temporary differences) for the financial forecasting and strategic planning for assigned business unit, entities, projects and other responsibilities.
Monitor, identify, research, quantify and effectively communicate proper tax provision and return reporting positions and filing requirements arising from business activities and planning strategies implemented for assigned business unit, entities, and responsibilities.
Coordinate and review the company’s responses to the financial statement auditor’s and taxing authority auditor's information and data requests and proposed adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Ensure the completion of the tax returns, estimated tax payments, including partnerships, exempt organizations, trusts, pension plans, and limited liability companies.
Investigate and maintain awareness of existing and emerging tax laws, legislation, and rulings, in particular as they apply to assigned tasks and entities, including researching and quantifying any tax impact.
Develop knowledge of the industry and the businesses; develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration. Required
Master's degree in Tax or Accounting. Preferred
Experience
5 years of experience preferably with a large CPA firm/corporate tax department. Required
Skills and Abilities
Solid working knowledge in at least one of the following tax functions and have taken affirmative steps toward developing such knowledge in another: domestic compliance, international compliance, audit, tax accounting, regulatory, sales use tax, property tax, and custom/tariffs duties.
Requires proficiency in tax and computer software applications including Microsoft Excel and Word and tax systems (e.g., Corp Tax).
Understanding and application of Alteryx (or other ETL) a plus.
Basic tax research skills and experience using tax research tools, such as RIA Checkpoint, BNA, or CCH.
Solid written and verbal communication skills and basic project management and presentation skills are required.
Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
We offer a hybrid work environment.? Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.
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