Senior Analyst - International Tax (Finance)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role:
The Senior International Tax Analyst is an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced Tax Department reporting directly to the Manager - Global Tax Strategy. This position will primarily support the analysis and execution of global tax strategies that help optimize both the Company's effective tax rate and cash taxes. This position will also perform and support US international income tax compliance, reporting, and risk mitigation functions for Elanco's foreign operations.
Your Responsibilities:
- Prepares the US international income tax compliance, including identifying transactions that have tax ramifications.
- Research complex tax issues proactively and learn how to apply the tax law, regulations, and cases to specific transactions and factual situations, including business development and integration scenarios.
- Prepares US income tax disclosure statements and elections related to international acquisitions, restructurings, and tax planning.
- Supports maintaining updated E&P, tax basis, and PTEP computations of the Company's foreign affiliates.
- Collaborates internally with multiple stakeholders to support tax strategies and ensure compliance with tax laws.
- Assists in the identification and management of key risks emanating from international tax planning, operations, compliance, and reporting.
- Assists in providing technical tax advice and guidance to develop documentation and arguments for IRS tax audits and appeals as needed. Supports the development of responses to IRS inquiries on complex topics and analyzes technical positions in IRS audit examinations.
- Mentors and guides junior tax professionals as needed.
- Works with peers to maintain a positive team atmosphere.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):
- Education: BS/BA in Accounting or Business related field.
- Required Experience: CPA. 2-4+ years experience in corporate tax, including 3+ years in international tax.
- Basic technical skills and experience in ASC 740.
- Basic understanding of US international tax laws.
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco Animal Health does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Requirements):
- MST/LLM or JD
- Experience with SAP, Corptax compliance software, and BNA research programs.
- Good communication skills, both written and oral to articulate technical tax and accounting concepts to colleagues.
- Good conceptual, critical thinking, analytical, quantitative skills and the ability to problem- solve.
- Strong organizational and self-management skills.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Demonstrates curiosity and a proactive approach to continuous learning, coupled with a willingness to ask insightful questions to deepen understanding and ensure accuracy.
Additional Information:
- Location: Indianapolis, IN- Global Headquarters (Hybrid environment)
- Minimal travel
- Overtime will be required at peak times
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
