EES | ERC Tax Associate
Company Description
About us, but we’ll be brief
Experian is the world’s leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We are thrilled to share that FORTUNE has named Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for. In addition, for the last five years we’ve been name in the 100 “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Forbes Magazine.
As the world of work evolves, human capital management must keep pace. Employers have been seeking scalable, client-focused alternatives with employee self-service functionality. In response, Experian has brought together the industry’s leading experts to offer the best of the best – a suite of specialized solutions delivering unmatched service, trusted experience, and client-inspired innovation. We are keeping the focus and flexibility employers value in boutique providers and adding the resources and security of Experian. We would love you to join us at Experian Employer Services and help us to shape the future of outsourced HR compliance solutions, maximize cost savings, and transform the employee experience for Employer organizations.
Job Description
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Your responsibilities will include assisting clients with tax issues, tax credits and incentives including the Employee Retention Tax Credit, and resolving claim disputes with the IRS on behalf of clients.
A successful candidate is:
- Collaborative – strong partnering skills including with fellow team members, peers and key stake holders; able to build relationships & connect ideas across internal and external opportunities
- Creative and Curious – willing to take risks, challenge traditional approaches, inquisitive with a penchant for seeking new opportunities
- Determined and Disciplined – achievement oriented; optimistic about what can be; persistent, resilient to setbacks, seeks high levels of activity, fast-paced environment; demonstrates a fierce commitment to challenging status quo, a strong bias for action
What you’ll be doing
- Assist in managing specific client relationships
- Manage active client projects which includes project deadlines, staffing, billing, etc.
- Support client serving teams with tax consulting and guidance
- Research technical tax issues related to client fact patterns
- Help clients identify, assess, and secure tax refunds
- Provide federal and state audit support services
- Engage with federal, state, and local taxing authorities to follow up on and/or resolve client matters
- Identify, and manage tax risk in a thoughtful, wise, and logical manner
- Quickly grasp new concepts and learn a new business
What your background looks like:
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to think critically in complex situations
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, take initiative and prioritize multiple work items
- Ability to remain flexible and comfortable with ambiguity within a very demanding and constantly changing environment
- Comfortable presenting to clients on complicated payroll tax matters
- Experience managing transformative initiatives
- Proven ability to manage client tax deadlines
- Experience analyzing data, client workpapers, and tax forms
- Comfortable with tax legislation, IRS rules/regulations, and general tax research
Perks
- During this pandemic, all Experian employees are working remotely. Once it’s safe to do so, we’ll slowly return to our offices however we are in no rush to do this. The safety of our employees is of utmost importance.
- ADD # of Days days of vacation accrual annually, five sick days and two volunteer days (plus twelve paid holidays).
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, with a bonus target of X%.
- Flexible work schedule and relaxed dress code.
- Employee stock purchase program and 401K matching.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to create a thriving, inclusive and diverse team where people love their work and love working together. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to our purpose of creating a better tomorrow. We value the uniqueness of every individual and want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work. For us, this is The Power of YOU and and it reflects what we believe. See our DEI work in action!
If you live in Colorado, Connecticut or New York City, please contact us at JobPostingInquiry@experian.com for the salary range of this position (include the exact Job Title as it reads above in your email). In addition to a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunity, Experian offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off including parental and family care leave, an employee stock purchase plan and a 401(k) plan with a company match.
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