Tax Analyst

Cengage Group

. Report to the International Tax Manager .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeOhio • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $52,000 - $67,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. international income tax compliance and provision preparation, including proficiency in tax research and analysis. Strong ability to manage tax filings and projects while ensuring accuracy and quality in documentation and reporting.

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U.S. International Income Tax ComplianceTax Provision PreparationTax Research Software (BNA, RIA Checkpoint, CCH)OneSource Tax Compliance SoftwareData Analytics and Automation Tools (Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx)

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Hard Skills

U.S. Federal/State Income TaxForeign Valuation AllowanceSubpart F and GILTI IncomeAETR CalculationsTax Planning ImplementationEarnings & ProfitsAPB 23UTP AnalysesRate ReconciliationsAccount Roll-Forwards

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedStrong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-StarterTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion)Tax Provision Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or FinanceMaster’s in Tax or AccountingCPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

BEPS CalculationsPillar TwoCbCRAudit SupportTax Department Improvements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the International Tax Manager
Prepare quarterly and annual U.S. international income tax provisions, including foreign valuation allowance, Subpart F and GILTI income, 163(j), earnings & profits, foreign tax pools, APB 23, and UTP analyses
Assist with reviewing and managing quarterly and annual non-U.S. income tax provisions, including AETR calculations, rate reconciliations, and account roll-forwards
Prepare U.S. international income tax compliance for foreign entities, including related forms, disclosures, schedules, and audit support
Assist with BEPS calculations and global filings, analyses, and related documentation, including Pillar Two and CbCR
Prepare state income tax provision workpapers, state income tax returns, and related workpapers
Prepare federal income tax provision workpapers, federal income tax returns, and related workpapers as needed
Research federal, state, and international tax technical issues and write supporting memorandums
Assist with tax planning implementation projects
Identify and implement tax department improvements to ensure accurate calculations, reports, and filings with adequate documentation
Maintain organized and accurate tax files to address audit examination issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
2 to 4 years of U.S. federal/state income tax and/or U.S. international income tax compliance and provision preparation
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Must be detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy
Self-starter with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work successfully in a team environment
Ability to assist with the management of tax filings and projects on a day-to-day basis and complete them within appropriate time periods with expected results
Experience with tax research software (BNA, RIA Checkpoint, CCH)
Master’s in Tax or Accounting and CPA preferred
Experience with OneSource tax compliance software strongly preferred
Experience with tax provision software is a plus
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion or similar platforms is a plus
Experience with data analytics and automation tools, including Power Query, Power BI, and/or Alteryx is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including during the job application process
Training and professional development opportunities
Opportunities to assume greater responsibilities and advance over time