Senior Analyst, Tax Compliance & Reporting

Position

Senior Analyst, Tax Compliance & Reporting

Location

Auburn Hills, MI

About us

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering carbon-free tomorrow

At PHINIA, we create premium fuel systems, electrical systems and aftermarket parts for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and industrial applications. We make sure our products are clean, efficient and high-value, because we know the actions we take today will have a profound impact on the world tomorrow. Our goal? The cleanest ICE technology: carbon-free combustion.

Always, PHINIA puts quality first, continuing our legacy with over a century of rich expertise and technological innovation. The name PHINIA has roots related to “bright” and “future,” representing our confidence and commitment to bettering the world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. PHINIA promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. 

Career Opportunities

We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities.  Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Job purpose

This position will report to the Manager, Tax Compliance & Reporting and will assist in the completion of PHINIA’s global tax provision and US domestic tax compliance obligations. 

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
• Prepare and analyze income tax disclosures, including current and deferred tax assets and liabilities, effective tax rate reconciliation, and uncertain tax positions.
• Liaison with outside service provider in the preparation and review of US federal and state income tax returns, including (a) coordinating with business units to receive financial information required for tax return preparation; (b) responding to inquiries from business units; (c) preparing complex M-1 adjustments and apportionment schedules as needed and (d) researching any issues that arise.
• Calculate and prepare quarterly estimated federal and state income tax payments.
• Assist with audits involving federal and state income tax returns.
• Support US business units with indirect taxes (sales and use taxes, property taxes) and coordinate with external resources as needed.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to Non-US team members to ensure understanding and compliance with US GAAP provisions and reporting standards.
• Lead or participate in special projects related to tax provision and compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tax provision and compliance activities.
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 requirements related to tax reporting and disclosures.

What we’re looking for

• Minimum of 4+ years of US federal and state tax experience at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm and/or within an industry role.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA and/or MST preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of US federal and key state tax rules, as well as ASC 740.
• Working knowledge of US international and non-US tax rules is desired.
• Must possess intermediate to advanced computer skills or demonstrate the ability to quickly learn new software (e.g., OneStream, BNA Research, OneSource Tax Provision, Excel, Word, Power BI).

What we believe

• Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers
• Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
• Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences make us stronger; we are bold and intentional
• Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
• Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions   and doing what is right
• Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions   and for driving results

Safety

You will consistently hear us say Safety PHIRST! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance to ensure that our employees go home as safe and as healthy as when they came in, or even better!

We also believe that health and safety is everyone’s responsibility, as such, PHINI