Senior Tax Analyst

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You love rolling up your sleeves and diving into all activities associated with taxes. You have a strong understanding of corporate income tax accounting and compliance. You are interested in expanding your tax knowledge and would like more opportunities to problem solve with cross-functional teams. You have strong organizational and communication skills and can balance competing priorities. Also, you are comfortable working with big data and helping find those aha insights. You take initiative and can work in a dynamic environment across functions and geographies. You demonstrate good judgment and able to work with others globally with a smile and sense of humor.

Udemy is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to become a key member of the team in areas of global income taxes and assist in indirect taxes.  Reporting to the Tax Director, this hands-on role will be responsible for preparing the tax provision workpapers, creating financial model calculations, and providing tax research support. This role will offer the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of tax and make a significant impact at a high growth tech company.

• Assist with instructor withholding tax program including form collection process and annual compliance process
• Prepare the calculations and support for federal, international and state income tax returns and audits 
• Take the lead in the analysis of large and complex datasets and help identify tax-related trends, patterns, and opportunities for process optimization 
• Prepare all jurisdictional income tax provisions including ensuring accurate and timely ASC 740 tax accounting and financial reporting disclosures
• Prepare the financial model calculations regarding future effective tax rates and cash taxes
• Follow appropriate internal controls related to tax matters and help ensure they are operating correctly.
• Work with teams across business functions and assist in answering questions from tax authorities and internal teams
• Assist Tax Director in tax research of various US and global tax issues
• Manage in office correspondence or mailings and assist with on various ad-hoc projects

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant tax experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting and multinational corporate environment
• CPA preferred
• Advanced Excel skills, macros experience a plus
• Strong desire to grow in tax knowledge and demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with superior attention to detail
• Superb communication skills, great attention to detail and ability to work with different cross functional teams in different time zones
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and ability to perform and comprehend complex financial analysis
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

We understand that not everyone will match each of the above qualifications. However, we also realize that everyone has unique experiences that can add value to our company. Even if you think your background might not perfectly align, we'd love to hear from you!

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• Transgender Benefits: Expanded medical coverage for gender-affirming care

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• Retirement: Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) plan with an employer contribution

• Charitable Giving: Corporate charitable match for eligible nonprofits and charities

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