State Income Tax Analyst
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview.
This role solves the challenge of maintaining accurate and compliant multistate tax standings in an increasingly complex legislative environment. By bridging the gap between raw financial data and state reporting requirements, the analyst ensures the company avoids costly penalties and optimizes its tax position. Through the modernization of compliance workflows and proactive audit management, this position protects the organization’s financial integrity during critical fiscal cycles.
Timely and accurate completion of state income and franchise tax returns, including all necessary workpapers and disclosures across multiple jurisdictions
Reliable support for state tax provisions in alignment with ASC 740 to ensure high-quality financial reporting
Proactive management of state tax audits and notices through diligent documentation and clear communication with tax authorities
Optimization of state apportionment factors to ensure filings accurately reflect business operations while minimizing liability
Application of AI-driven research tools to monitor legislative changes and summarize complex tax law impacts for the broader team
Seamless collaboration with internal finance and legal departments to streamline data collection and process improvements
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring)
Proficiency in multistate corporate income and franchise tax concepts, including apportionment, estimated payments, and state-specific adjustments
Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel for manipulating large datasets, building pivot tables, and ensuring workpaper accuracy
Professional collaboration skills to partner effectively with external tax advisors, internal leadership, and regulatory agencies
AI literacy for enhancing the efficiency of tax research and automating routine documentation tasks
Critical experience managing corporate tax compliance cycles within a dedicated tax department or public accounting firm
Strategic problem-solving abilities to navigate complex state tax laws and implement efficiency-driven process improvements
Additional Qualifications
Master’s degree in Taxation or CPA certification
Prior experience utilizing CORPTax compliance software
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field
Minimum Experience: Entry-level to 4 years of experience in corporate state income and franchise tax
Required Technical Skills:
State tax return preparation and review
Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel)
Multistate tax research and legislative analysis
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $85,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
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