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senior analyst, income tax accounting

Starbucks, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Senior Analyst, Income Tax Accounting Now Brewing – senior analyst, income tax accounting! #tobeapartner

Base Pay Range $92,500.00/yr - $138,800.00/yr

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

This job contributes to Starbucks success by supporting the global corporate income tax provision and related processes, controls, forecasting, reporting, and analytics. The ideal candidate will support the global income tax provision, including preparation of supporting schedules, associated financial reporting deliverables and related income tax disclosures for quarterly and annual financial reporting under US GAAP. This role is expected to be knowledgeable in income tax accounting (ASC 740) and financial accounting concepts, organized and attentive to detail, and able to work cross-functionally throughout the organization to gather and validate necessary data. This role will support continuous process improvement and technology innovation efforts and will model and act in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Responsibilities

Prepare and/or perform detailed review of key areas of the income tax provision, including:

Effective tax rate and components of tax expense

Tax account balance reconciliation and related journal entries

Jurisdiction-level provision preparation, review, and/or testing

Valuation allowance support and analysis

Unrecognized tax benefit (FIN 48) analysis and documentation

Support worldwide income tax reporting including Pillar II and CbCR

Scoping and risk assessment of reporting positions

Internal and management reporting

Financial statement disclosures (10‑Q, 10‑K)

Prepare effective tax rate modeling and forecasting in support of external reporting, executive/management reporting, and planning initiatives.

Ensure compliance with internal control documentation (SOX), appropriate accounting standards and policies, file documentation, and timelines.

Support various income tax teams throughout tax reporting life cycle (planning/forecasting, tax accounting, compliance, and controversy). Work with cross‑functional peers to assist in reporting efforts.

Monitor changes in accounting, financial reporting, and income tax legislation and stay current on technical topics. Interpret changes to update income tax provision models and forecasts.

Effectively utilize available technology and internal reporting tools to gather and analyze data to support complex calculations. Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies to meet changing tax accounting and reporting requirements.

Basic Qualifications

Undergraduate degree

Preferred Qualifications

3 years Accounting or tax experience in public accounting or private industry

3 years Experience in income tax accounting and reporting for US GAAP (ASC 740)

3 years Experience with accounting systems and processes; demonstrated mindset of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process improvements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with cross‑functional teams and with external auditors

Experience with multinational corporations a plus

Experience with tax provision software a plus

Certified public accountant preferred

Undergraduate in accounting, finance or business‑related field preferred

Master’s degree in taxation preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate technical tax information to both tax and non‑tax customers.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team; organized and attentive to details; ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Strong problem solving skills.

Working knowledge of internal controls.

Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with peers across the finance organization.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Word

Proficient with tax provision and reporting software

Experience with or aptitude to work with systems and reporting tools including ERP systems, such as Oracle and HFM.

Displays initiative and has the ability to improve processes and document work performed.

Benefits As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short‑term and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well‑being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first‑time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

Job Details

Seniority level: Not applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance and Accounting / Auditing

Industries: Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail

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Equal Employment Opportunity Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation or 1(888) 611-2258.

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