Income Tax Analyst

BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc. is seeking a Tax Analyst. Responsibilities involve US federal tax compliance, US federal aspects of the income tax provision, tax research and planning projects, and audit activity. The role will require regular contact with accounting, treasury, finance and other personnel across the Company. The individual will be part of a domestic tax team and it will be necessary to exercise initiative and project management skills in connection with tax compliance and planning projects.

Responsibilities

US federal & state income tax compliance including preparation of returns (workpapers, forms, statements and disclosures),

Demonstrate proficiency in gathering data from internal systems, including SAP, and preparing complex Excel-based tax models with tax technical analysis and insight.

Prepare components of the federal and state income tax provision, including research around the tax accounting treatment of various transactions; uncertain tax position documentation; use of OTP; and compliance with SOX protocols.

Support components of the federal and state income tax provision including preparation of account reconciliations.

Respond to Information Document Requests as part of federal income tax audits and provide analysis to support tax positions on audit, as needed.

Ongoing communication with Accounting, Legal and Treasury groups regarding various tax matters will be required.

Participate in special projects, as applicable.

Critical Success Factors

Technical Skills: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or Tax. Master’s degree in Taxation or CPA strongly preferred. 0-3 years of tax experience with a “Big 4” CPA firm and/or large multinational company. Basic knowledge of federal and state income tax concepts and related compliance issues. Working knowledge of accounting theory to ascertain potential tax ramifications of business transactions. Experience with SAP, OneSource (OTP/OIT), SAP Fixed Asset experience, a plus.

Communication Skills: Effectively communicates with and engages various levels of the organization verbally and in writing; produces clear, understandable documentation. This role involves working with a diverse team of tax professionals and includes regular communications with individuals outside of the tax department, including Treasury, Legal, Accounting and the Controllership.

Management of Resources: Allocates time and resources efficiently; continually seeks ways to improve individual efficiency. Demonstrates ability to be effective within a matrix environment. Self-starter with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and take ownership of projects, performing job responsibilities with strong attention to detail.