Analyst/Sr Analyst, Tax

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• The Transaction Tax Senior Analyst provides preparation of transaction tax return filings and supports the tax management team in compliance, review, audits and related tax matters. The position will also assist in tax research and preparation of exemption certificates.



• The role is a part of the Tax team within our Finance group.

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual transaction tax filings, including sales/use, fuel, liquor, and property.



• Review purchase transactions to ensure accuracy of use tax accruals.



• Work with business partners and team members to provide relevant data to property tax consultants.



• Interface with personnel throughout company and external vendors regarding taxability of transactions.



• Research technical issues, prepare write up and communicate conclusions to management for implementation.



• Serve as an active and valued business partner in regard to taxability matters and able to work with other business partners to meet tax department objectives.



• Apply professional-level technical knowledge, skills, experience, and judgment to accomplish results.



• Exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and procedures.



• Carry out assignments received in the form of objectives and work with supervisor in developing goals and action steps that will meet those objectives.

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent experience/education



• 2-3 years of transaction tax experience in public accounting firm and/or a Fortune 500 company

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• CPA



• Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation or MBA

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Detail-oriented, organized, takes ownership of projects, and is able to deliver on tight deadlines



• Must have the ability to work in a fast-pace, dynamic environment, and solve problems



• Knowledge of OneSource Indirect Tax, SAP



• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Alteryx

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.



• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.



• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.



• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.



• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

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Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.