Tax Analyst

WOW! is currently hiring a Tax Analyst​!

For work from home positions, employees can sit in one of the following states:  AL, AZ, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MI, OH, SC, TN and TX.  Please only apply if you can live and work full-time in one of the states listed above; your application will not be considered or reviewed if you live outside of these states. State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift.

The Tax Analyst is responsible for assisting the Tax and Compliance team to ensure WOW! remains in compliance with all aspects of transaction tax liabilities by filing accurate and timely tax returns and other reports in all states WOW! operates pursuant to federal, state, and local rules and regulations. 

Let us tell you about the perks!

• Be part of a company whose core values include respect, integrity, spirit of service, and accountability!

• Competitive Compensation ($65k - $75k) depending on experience + Annual Bonus

• Annual merit increases – recruiter will share more!

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, and 401k with a company match

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

• Significant discounts on broadband packages for employees residing in our service areas.

What You'll be doing:

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Gather tax data electronically from billing systems and accounting software for preparation of tax return details and backup (e.g., sales and use, business and occupation, gross receipts, telecommunications) 

• File business licenses and tax payments/deposits via electronic and paper filing methods 

• Prepare property tax, prepaid expenses, and Tax Department specific expense accounts general ledger reconciliations and journal entries 

• Assist with preparing and reviewing monthly activity and vendors for consumers use tax reporting including account reconciliation and journal entries 

• Assist in the maintenance of the tax calendar and maintain tax calendars to ensure that commitments are timely met 

• Support follow-up and resolution of tax notices and correspondence from federal, state and local tax authorities 

• Support state and local tax audits by gathering, organizing, and providing requested documentation and information.

• Administer departmental document retention and filing systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and accessibility.

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of departmental process improvements 

• Review and process customer tax exemption certificates, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

• Build and maintain relations with other key departments including accounting, treasury, legal, internal audit, human resources, and the regional offices to ensure accountability for communications and encourage timely responses from business partners 

• Other duties as assigned

What YOU need is:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience 

• Tax transaction experience preferred 

• Telecommunication industry experience preferred 

Skills and Abilities to be Successful in this Role

• Understanding of compliance process and account reconciliation concepts 

• Able to work effectively in a fast paced, high energy work environment 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel 

• Able to build strong working relationships both inside and outside the organization 

• Goal oriented, organized thinker with strong analytical and computer skills 

• Able to effectively manage multiple priorities with the ability to work independently with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities 

• MS Excel & Word and Adobe Professional  

• Experience with Financial software including NetSuite, Tableau, Floqast, AnyBill 

Physical Demands/Working Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• regularly required to talk and hear 

• required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork 

• required to use close vision and be able to focus  

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At WOW! we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran