Senior Corporate Tax Analyst (Hybrid in CA)
At a glance
Senior Tax role at First Am. USA, California, Santa Ana · full-time · $85,000–$113,300 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare and check quarterly and annual tax provision workpapers, then support financial statement reporting
- Complete and review federal, state and local returns, including their supporting filings
- Reconcile tax accounts against the general ledger and research disputes with tax authorities
- Evaluate tax law changes, respond to authority inquiries and help with audits
- Work with Accounting, Finance and outside advisors to improve documentation, controls and tax processes
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related area
- Four to eight years in corporate tax or tax-focused public accounting
- Hands-on experience preparing complex returns and their supporting schedules
- Strong analytical judgment, careful attention to detail and the ability to juggle deadline-driven work
Who this fits
This senior role suits a corporate tax professional who can handle compliance and reporting work while helping improve processes and guide junior colleagues. The position is hybrid in Santa Ana, California; remote work may be possible for candidates outside California, depending on business needs.
From the employer
Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.What We Do
At First American, we put People First. For more than 130 years, we’ve built our reputation on trust, integrity, and service. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering meaningful impact.We’re seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join our Corporate Tax team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a wide range of tax work within a large, established organization—while contributing to continuous improvement and modernization of our tax processes.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Tax Analyst, you’ll play a key role in research, reporting, and compliance while supporting strategic initiatives across the organization.
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provision workpapers and financial statement reporting requirements
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns and related filings
- Analyze tax accounts and reconcile to the general ledger
- Resolve tax issues and controversies through applied and directed research
- Assess the business impact of tax law updates and implement appropriate process changes
- Respond to tax authority inquiries and support audits
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, documentation, and internal controls
- Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, and external advisors
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
You’ll have visibility across the finance organization and the opportunity to influence process improvements that strengthen compliance and reduce risk.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4–8 years of corporate tax or public accounting (tax) experience
- Experience preparing complex tax returns and supporting schedules
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or Master of Business Taxation
- Experience supporting SEC or public company reporting
- Familiarity with ERP systems and tax software
At First American, we believe in empowering our people to grow, innovate, and make an impact. If you’re a tax professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to contribute to a company built on integrity and trust, we encourage you to apply.
*Hybrid in Santa Ana, CA. Remote work may be available for candidates residing outside of CA, subject to business needs.
Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $113,300.00 Annually
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.