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State and Local Tax Vice President
| Company | Lazard |
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| Location | New York, NY, USA |
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| Salary | $140000 – $170000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- 5-8+ years’ experience working with State and Local Tax, with exposure to multiple tax jurisdictions.
- Proven proficiency with OneSource software for state and local tax compliance and reporting.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex tax concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Law is mandatory, with certifications such as CPA, MST, or MBA strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated capacity to collaborate across teams, combined with an energetic and growth-driven mindset, thriving in a fast-paced team environment.
Responsibilities
- Handle quarterly and annual income tax provisions, including state apportionment, tax rates, state NOLs, and related topics.
- Manage the income tax compliance calendar and ensure timely and accurate filing of state and local income tax returns for corporations and partnerships.
- Act as a state tax expert, responding to inquiries from state jurisdictions and defending tax strategies and positions claimed.
- Identify opportunities and risks, providing actionable recommendations to manage tax liabilities effectively.
- Conduct research and analysis to develop strategies for tax filing positions, staying current on state legislative changes to anticipate future tax impacts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications such as CPA, MST, or MBA strongly preferred.
