Tax Department Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Amazon is seeking a talented Sr. Tax Analyst to join its WW Tax Reporting team. The Amazon tax department is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment. This position will contribute to Amazon's worldwide income tax accounting process across interim and annual reporting periods - owning key deliverables spanning global tax calculations, account reconciliations, and month-end close. Immerse yourself in the most intriguing tax issues facing Amazon on a worldwide scale!
Key job responsibilities
- Prepare global tax calculations and comprehensive supporting documentation across all reporting periods
- Conduct worldwide account reconciliations and develop detailed roll forward analyses
- Own month-end close deliverables, coordinating cross-functionally to ensure timely completion
- Prepare analytics and reports for external auditors and senior finance leadership
- Evaluate and optimize tax technology systems, implementing automated solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability
A day in the life
As a Senior Tax Analyst, you'll maintain accuracy and compliance across Amazon's worldwide tax accounting. Your day might include preparing global tax calculations, conducting account reconciliations, and developing roll forward analyses. You'll collaborate across finance and business teams, evaluate emerging tax technologies, and identify automation opportunities. You'll also prepare analytics and reports for external auditors and senior leadership, translating complex tax matters into clear, actionable insights.
About the team
We are a collaborative, forward-thinking tax team committed to supporting Amazon's global growth through technology, process innovation, and the highest standards of compliance. We serve finance leadership and business units who depend on our accurate reporting and strategic insights. You'll work alongside colleagues passionate about solving complex tax challenges and modernizing how we operate.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
- Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department
- 3+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Corptax tax return and provision preparation or equivalent software
- Knowledge of at least one data-focused technology tool, such as Python, SQL, Alteryx, Amazon QuickSight, or similar
- Experience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis, or experience with Oracle, Essbase, TM1 and similar tools
- CPA, or Master's degree
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities to present tax matters to non-tax stakeholders
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 112,300.00 USD annually