US taxation specialist

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 6 years

Location: Gurugram

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented US Taxation Specialist to join our finance team. This role is ideal for professionals with 6–12 years of experience in US taxation and financial reporting who are looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organization. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, tax provisioning, FIN 48, and ASC 740, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate filing in accordance with US tax laws and regulations.
• Lead the preparation and analysis of income tax provisions under ASC 740, including deferred tax calculations and valuation allowances.
• Ensure compliance with FIN 48 (Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes) by identifying, documenting, and evaluating tax positions and associated reserves.
• Assist in quarterly and annual tax provisioning processes in line with US GAAP and internal policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants during audits and reviews of tax positions and filings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax laws and regulations and evaluate their impact on the company.
• Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and enhance compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal finance, legal, and operational teams to gather relevant data and provide tax insights.
• Analyze and reconcile tax-related accounts on the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in the implementation and enhancement of internal controls over the tax reporting and compliance process.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax processes, tools, and systems, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or Master’s in Taxation is preferred.
• 6–12 years of relevant experience in US taxation, either in a corporate tax department or with a public accounting firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, ASC 740, and FIN 48.
• Proficiency in tax software and ERP systems (e.g., OneSource, Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in work.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders is a plus.