Senior Tax Analyst

Company Description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

Job Description

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is looking for an experienced state income and local tax professional to join the team
as a Senior Tax Analyst. The ideal candidate will have broad state tax technical knowledge as well as practical experience in all aspects of state corporate income tax compliance. This role will report to the Senior Manager of State Tax and is a key contributor to the Company’s state tax operations.

Your Impact

• Deliver a full range of State and Local Tax compliance services including state tax return preparation, state tax estimates, and state tax extensions
• Prepare State and Local Tax supporting workpapers, such as apportionment (sales, property, payroll), credits, inclusions, and other state specific adjustments
• Maintain the State and Local Tax compliance calendar with entities, groups, and filing combinations
• Support the quarterly tax provision processes and documentation requirements regarding state tax matters to ensure accurate and timely US GAAP tax provision calculations and disclosures
• Monitor state and local tax updates and legislation to support overall tax function
• Identify and mitigate company risks and communicate areas of potential exposure
• Support efforts and responses to inquiries from state auditors
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed

Qualifications

Your Experience 

• Minimum 3+ years of related experience - previous Big 4 experience a plus
• Must be self-directed, with strong organizational skills, and receptive to working in a remote,
  dynamic, and fast-paced environment
• Analytical mind-set to approaching problems and strong attention to detail
• The ability to operate independently, represent the tax function in cross-functional settings,
  make decisions and advise the business
• Ability to manage multiple projects, and prioritize work, and coordinate with internal and
  external stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and 
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills 
• Highly proficient with Excel and comfortable working with different IT applications
• Proficient with Corptax Compliance Software
• Energetic, positive attitude and always looking for ways to improve

Additional Information

The Team

You have a passion for numbers; our organization has a real passion for cybersecurity. You’re looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions to top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our Finance department deals with numbers daily, supporting infrastructure, dealing in automation, and building elegant models and solutions to empower our business lines and solutions. If you’re seeking a financial challenge but with a worldwide impact, this is it.

Compensation Disclosure

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