Analyst, State and Local Tax

Intercontinental Exchange · Atlanta

Job Purpose

The State and Local Tax Analyst will be actively involved in various aspects of state and local income tax including, but not limited to, preparing state and local income tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments, assisting with state and local income tax audits, and supporting state and local tax research and compliance projects. The ideal candidate has strong tax technical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technology-enabled environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare state and local income tax return workpapers and returns for both corporations and partnerships
Prepare extensions and quarterly income tax estimates
Perform tax research relating to income tax filing positions, elections, methods, legislative changes, etc. as required
Assist with quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations and related projects, including state and local current and deferred tax analysis and related documentation
Assist with state and local income tax notices and audits, including gathering support for tax positions and corresponding with state and local taxing authorities
Prepare state modification and apportionment computations
Participate in tax discussions regarding business operations and apply business knowledge in tax analysis
Provide miscellaneous tax assistance, which may include federal, international, or tax accounting assignments, as needed
Assist with identifying and implementing process improvements and technology solutions to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the tax compliance function
Analyze and validate ERP-sourced data used in state income tax returns, apportionment calculations, and estimated payments
Support the design, documentation, and execution of repeatable, well-controlled tax compliance processes
Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort through improved data workflows, automation, and standardization of workpapers and calculations

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA and/or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation preferred
Minimum 1-3 years of state and local corporate income tax experience, either in-house with U.S. multinational corporations or in public accounting, preferably Big Four
Strong understanding of state and local income tax compliance process, including apportionment, nexus, and combined/consolidated filing methodologies
Experience with income tax return software required, preferably OneSource
Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data validation, and structured data analysis; experience using Excel as part of repeatable, system-driven tax processes
Experience with tax research platforms, including RIA Checkpoint and/or CCH IntelliConnect
Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to operate and multi-task in a deadline-driven team environment and to collaborate with an experienced team
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience collaborating with Finance, IT, or Tax Technology teams on system-related initiatives preferred
Experience with data automation or transformation tools (e.g., Alteryx) to support tax compliance, data validation, or process efficiency preferred

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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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