What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Analyst II position at APS (Arizona Public Service)?
Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
The Tax Analyst IIprepares federal and state corporate income tax returns using general knowledge of industry practices, techniques and standards; assist with a variety of federal and state tax audits; respond to moderately complex inquiries from federal and state tax authorities; research routine federal and state tax issues; assist with federal and state accounting for income tax (ASC 740) process. Work is closely supervised and follows specific, detailed instructions. Contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor, and other personnel in the department.
- Bachelors degree in tax, accounting or related field
- In addition, a minimum of 2 years of experience
- or MBA, MST, CPA or JD
- or equivalent work experience in tax, accounting or related field
1) Accurately complete tax returns on a timely basis.
2) Successfully and efficiently operate tax return processing computer software.
3) Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations.
4) Preparation of calculations and support for company's effective tax rate, accrued taxes and deferred tax analysis.
5) Assist department management and personnel in responding to routine inquiries from tax regulatory authorities, including basic requests for information from government tax auditors.
6) Research and resolve routine federal and state income tax issues.
7) Promptly and accurately respond to routine inquiries from other APS departments and affiliated companies.
8) Reduce company tax liabilities through routine tax planning. This includes examining company practices and procedures and recommending cost-saving changes.
9) Preparation of the tax allocation calculation, quarterly estimated tax payments, budget and 5-year forecast for tax and coordination of the 1099 preparation process.
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
*Role types are subject to change based on business need.
