Senior Analyst, Tax - US Income Tax (Compliance)

Position Summary...

Senior Analyst, Tax – US Income Tax (Compliance)
Location: Bentonville, AR

Are you a tax professional looking for a dynamic, challenging role that allows you to make a real impact? Walmart, the Fortune 1, is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our Income Tax team as a Senior Analyst, Tax – US Income Tax Compliance. This is your opportunity to leverage your expertise and create value for our business partners while driving innovation and transformation in the world of tax.


About US Income Tax at Walmart
The US Income Tax Compliance team at Walmart is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of income tax compliance at the federal, state, and local levels. This team handles the preparation and filing of all income tax returns each year, as well as periodic estimates for compliance and forecasting. The scale and scope of complexity of taxation at Walmart will attract individuals who are excited to navigate undefined challenges and engaged by intellectually stimulating work.

What you'll do...

• Prepare federal and state tax returns, forms, and reporting of operations by gathering financial data from business departments and divisions; analyze and incorporate data into returns; prepare work papers and support schedules, and leverage professional tax software to process financial and tax data

• Prepare federal and state tax estimates on a quarterly basis, or as needed

• Support tax accounting and reporting by preparing year-end provision calculations and assisting with SOX 404 documentation for tax accounting controls

• Partner with the tax controversy team by assisting with gathering information leading to issue resolutions within established timelines; working with management to respond to information requisitions; preparing data and reports to support state audit projects; and escalating potential exposure items to management

• Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations by keeping current on changes in tax law; research and provide analysis on impacts of federal legislative matters; and identify and develop needed system or process changes to remain compliant with tax laws

• Influence tax compliance transformation by identifying and implementing tools that allow for continuous improvement and efficiency; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities

• Assist with special projects as necessary

What you’ll bring:

• Undergraduate or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Understanding of federal and state income tax laws.

• Proficiency with MS Office, tax and accounting software, and/or other data analytics tools.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, co