Indirect Tax Analyst

Job Description

Indirect Tax Analyst | Michael Baker International

The Tone:
This is an entry-level position at Michael Baker International, likely based in Pittsburgh, PA, supporting the company’s internal tax operations. Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, tackling complex infrastructure challenges for over 85 years through design, planning, and program management. This role is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely preparation and filing of various indirect tax returns, contributing directly to the company’s financial compliance and integrity.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Pittsburgh, PA
• Pay: $50000–$55000 yearly
• Team: Tax team, reporting to Indirect Tax Supervisor
• Mission: Owns ensuring timely and accurate indirect tax compliance and reporting for the company.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Oracle, FloQast, Bloomberg Tax

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Return Preparation: Partner with the Indirect Tax Supervisor to prepare and file sales and use, gross receipts, personal property, and Puerto Rico withholding tax returns.
• Use Tax Identification: Review prior-month expenses in Microsoft Excel and Oracle to identify use tax obligations.
• Tax Research: Conduct tax research using state revenue and taxation websites and Bloomberg Tax to understand laws and regulations affecting indirect tax matters.
• Monthly Close Activities: Prepare monthly tax journal entries in Microsoft Excel and complete monthly indirect tax account reconciliations using FloQast, as well as quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Compliance Management: Manage the indirect tax calendar to ensure timely filing of returns, payments, business licenses, and renewals, and coordinate with internal departments and external taxing authorities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field for an entry-level position.
• Experience: Zero to two years of professional experience, with recent graduates and upcoming graduates encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIF, and SUMIFS, coupled with strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate professionally, both written and verbally.
• Bonus: Experience with Oracle, FloQast, or Bloomberg Tax is helpful.