Junior Tax Analyst
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled remote tax professionals has grown significantly, with a 25% increase in job postings over the last year. As companies expand globally, the need for experts in US federal and multi-state tax law has become crucial. Hire Hangar offers a unique opportunity for a Junior Tax Analyst to join a collaborative, fully remote team and work with fast-growing global companies. With the remote work market becoming increasingly competitive, candidates with strong technical skills, attention to detail, and prior remote work experience are in high demand. Before applying, candidates should be aware that they will need to demonstrate their ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Junior Tax Analyst at Hire Hangar, you will play a critical role in supporting day-to-day US tax compliance and reporting operations. You will work closely with a collaborative, fully remote team to ensure accuracy and timeliness in preparing and filing US federal, state, and local tax returns. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines will be essential in this role.The Junior Tax Analyst role is ideal for a driven tax professional with a solid foundation in federal and multi-state tax law. You will have the opportunity to grow within the company and work with a team that values technical strength, independence, and strong communication skills.
Hire Hangar is a company that connects top talent with vetted employers, offering competitive pay and real growth opportunities. As a remote company, they understand the importance of flexibility, autonomy, and trust in the workplace.
What You Will Do
- Prepare and file US federal, state, and local tax returns and supporting schedules with accuracy and timeliness
- Assist with the quarterly and annual income tax provision process (ASC 740)
- Research and document tax issues related to compliance, transactions, and regulatory changes under US tax law
- Support multi-state sales and use tax compliance, including nexus analysis and filing
- Maintain and reconcile tax-related accounts within the general ledger
- Assist in responding to tax notices, audits, and information requests from federal and state authorities
- Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure accuracy of tax-related financial data and disclosures
- Track and monitor changes in US tax legislation that may affect compliance obligations
- Prepare and review tax-related reports and analyses
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of US federal and multi-state tax laws and regulations
What We Are Looking For
- Strong working knowledge of US federal and multi-state tax law
- Hands-on experience with tax return preparation and compliance in a corporate or public accounting setting
- Familiarity with income tax provision processes (ASC 740) and basic tax accounting concepts
- CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA licensure
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills with a professional and precise approach
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
- Prior remote work experience and proficiency with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, or similar)
- Experience working with US-based companies
Nice to Have
- Experience with multi-state nexus and sales tax compliance platforms (e.g., Avalara, TaxJar)
- Exposure to partnership, S-corp, or international tax matters
- Experience working within an ERP environment (NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar)
- Prior involvement in supporting tax audits or regulatory inquiries
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with fast-growing global companies
- Collaborative, fully remote team with a strong culture of trust and autonomy
- Flexible working hours and remote stipend
- Professional development opportunities and support for ongoing education and training
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of US federal and multi-state tax laws and regulations to stand out in the application process.
- Highlight your prior remote work experience and proficiency with remote collaboration tools in your application.
- Showcase your attention to detail and organizational skills by providing specific examples in your application or during the interview process.
- Familiarize yourself with tax compliance and research software, such as Thomson Reuters or Bloomberg Tax, to demonstrate your technical skills.
- Prepare to discuss your experience with income tax provision processes and basic tax accounting concepts during the interview.
- Be ready to provide examples of your ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently in a remote environment.
- Research the company culture and values to understand how you can contribute to the team and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the role.
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