Tax Analyst

Latham & Watkins

. Prepare income tax return schedules and other tax compliance workbooks .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns, along with a strong foundation in tax compliance and analysis. Proficient in maintaining compliance schedules and collaborating effectively within a team environment.

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U.S. Federal And State Partnership Income Tax ReturnsTax ComplianceCPA LicenseData AnalysisInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Income Tax Return PreparationTax Compliance WorkbooksGeneral Ledger AnalysisTax CalculationsSales And Use Tax Returns

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Service Focus

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In AccountingCPA License Or Progress Toward CPA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingMulti-Office Professional ServicesGlobal Tax DepartmentConfidential Information Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare income tax return schedules and other tax compliance workbooks
Analyze data provided by the Accounting & Finance Department
Prepare tax schedules for U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns
Prepare sales and use tax returns and other tax compliance requirements
Assist in coordinating information provided to external tax accountants for U.S. federal and state partnership tax returns and international tax filings
Work with Senior Tax Analysts on general ledger analyses and quality assurance procedures
Calculate and prepare partners’ U.S. and international tax calculations
Maintain a compliance schedule of U.S. federal, state, and international tax returns
Assist with projects for the Global Tax Department or staff
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
CPA license or working progress toward CPA license, preferably
Minimum of one year of experience in public accounting at a multi-office professional services organization, preferably
Experience preparing U.S. federal and state partnership income tax returns, preferably
Well-developed professional interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff