Tax Analyst
At a glance
Mid-level Tax role at Bertelsmann. New York · $80,000–$90,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare and file federal and state corporate or partnership returns, including supporting schedules
- Complete international tax forms and quarterly provision work for assigned business units
- Gather tax data, maintain supporting workpapers, and send provision reporting packages to management
- Handle tax payments, one-off filings, business-unit questions, and support for state inquiries or audits
- Track relevant tax changes and travel when needed
What you bring
- A degree in accounting, finance or business administration
- At least one year of tax experience in industry or public accounting, including U.S. tax work
- Experience with multi-state income and franchise tax
- You can manage deadlines independently, coordinate work from others, and research tax issues for practical use
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone building a U.S. tax career who can handle compliance and reporting work across business units. You’ll work in the New York office at least two days per week and may need to travel. CPA credentials and media experience are considered advantages, not requirements.
From the employer
Company Description
Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company with about 75,000 employees that operates in some 50 countries around the world. It includes the entertainment group RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, the Bertelsmann Education Group and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company generated revenues of €19 billion in the 2024 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world.
Job Description
Position Overview
Bertelsmann is seeking a talented Tax Analyst to join the tax team at its U.S. headquarters. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a tax career within a fast-growing global organization. The Tax Analyst will collaborate closely with tax department colleagues and business unit management.
Role and Responsibilities
- Preparation, analyses, and timely filing of federal and state returns (corporate and/or partnership), on a standalone and/or consolidated basis, as well as any supporting schedules
- Preparation of various international forms including but not limited to Forms 1118, 5471, 5472, 8858, and 8865
- Preparation of quarterly tax provisions for assigned business units and submission of related reporting packages to management
- Collect pertinent data, prepare, review and maintain proper tax workpapers and pertinent records in support of aforementioned responsibilities
- Prepare and file ad-hoc tax filings
- Responsible for timely and organized remittance of tax payments
- Maintain ongoing service to management of various business units in the areas of compliance, reporting, inquiries, audits, and other related tax matters
- Assist with state inquiries or state audits as required
- Stay current with relevant tax matters and changes
- Willingness to travel when necessary
- This role is expected to work in the office at least two days per week (subject to change based on business needs).
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
Qualifications
- Have a degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
- Have a minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in either industry or public accounting
- Tax experience should include positions working in a U.S. tax environment, as well as multi-state income and franchise tax
- CPA and media business experience are not required but are a plus
- Public accounting experience; preferred
- CorpTax Compliance experience; preferred
- Ability to work independently and manage workflow involving deliverables from others
- Ability to cooperate in a team setting
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines
- Ability and willingness to research tax matters and apply it to use
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Attitude of accountability
- Willingness to travel as necessary
Additional Information
The Salary for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. (USD). This position is bonus eligible.
Why Join Bertelsmann, Inc?
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and 401(k) plan.
- A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values employee growth and development
- Exciting Employee Programs, including our wellness reimbursement
- A Certified Great Place to Work Employer
- Professional learning and career advancement opportunities
Bertelsmann, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who values a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor.
Your skills, experiences, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us. We look forward to hearing from you!
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