Tax Analyst I at First Solar in Phoenix, AZ

Summary: First Solar is a leading solar energy company, and they are seeking a Tax Analyst I to support international tax strategic analyses and compliance. The role involves preparing U.S. international tax compliance returns and assisting with international tax provision calculations and documentation. Responsibilities: - Prepare US informational tax returns in CSC CorpTax and work papers (5471, 8858, 8865, 1118, etc.) including schedules for annual/quarterly Subpart F income, Net CFC Tested Income (previously known as Global intangible low-taxed income), E&P studies, and section 163j - Support maintenance of CSC CorpTax database with regard to foreign entities’ ownership and information - Maintenance of permanent tax files for the Company’s international subsidiaries, prepare various elections and relevant filings (i.e. entity classification, tax residency certificate requests) - Analyze and Prepare Monthly & Annual U.S. Withholding Compliance Remittances & Returns - Support external tax advisors and auditors with information requests - As needed, prepare or confirm periodic journal entries, reconciliations and working papers to support the Company’s various international tax matters - Identify areas to improve efficiency and accuracy in international tax reporting and compliance - Perform self-review of work product ensuring agreement to source information and balancing of tax return - Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required - 6+ months of experience in Tax within Public Accounting or a Corporate Tax environment OR MST or equivalent - Strong mathematical and financial/accounting analytical and work paper preparation skills using Excel - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results - Ability to work effectively within the tax department and with other functions - Detail oriented, strong critical thinking skills to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well-thought out - Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree in Accounting, Master in Tax (MST), and/or CPA preferred - Experience with CSC Corptax software preferred - International tax experience preferred - Experience with U.S. international tax forms such as Forms 5471, 8858, and 1118 preferred Required Skills: International tax compliance, CSC Corptax software, U.S. international tax forms 5471, U.S. international tax forms 8858, U.S. international tax forms 1118, Excel, Microsoft Office