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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

#LI-CP1 Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.