Sr. International Tax Analyst

Overview: This position will focus on US international tax compliance and accounting. This role will interface with key Tax Department personnel and regional/entity level finance teams on international tax issues, and provide support information regarding audits, tax planning and tax accounting issues. The International Tax Senior Analyst will be responsible for working with other tax department members to manage the processes and the projects involved in meeting all of NXP’s income tax compliance and accounting responsibilities including ASC 740 tax provision calculations, effective tax rate analyses, deferred tax analysis & reconciliations, FIN 48 tax reserve analysis and other responsibilities as determined to meet the goals of the corporate tax department. The position is highly technical and requires a balance of income tax accounting and technical skills as well as superior analytical skills.

The Candidate: The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate tax principles and tax accounting principles, be a self-starter who takes ownership of projects and is able to quickly learn, identify, design, and implement process improvements for efficient and effective tax compliance, reporting and planning, especially through technological enhancements. Strong documentation skills (e.g., cross-referencing, executive summaries) as well as a keen attention to detail are essential. He or she should have excellent computer skills and be proficient in spreadsheet, word and tax preparation applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and OneSource. Strong analytical, interpersonal and resource management skills are required.

Core Responsibilities: US. International tax compliance, reporting, and auditU.S Federal international tax calculations and forms including Forms 5471, Foreign-derived intangible income (“FDII”), Global intangible low-taxed income (“GILTI”), Base erosion and anti-abuse tax (“BEAT”), Subpart F, Foreign tax credit and other US International tax calculations and form preparationWithholding tax processes for payments originating from USFIN 48 analyses/documentation of US international taxReviewing foreign entity tax returns, return-to-accrual calculations and account rollforwardsSupport operational tax planning, global cash repatriation, tax audits, treaty analysis, transfer pricing, calculating withholding tax payments and other planning issuesParticipate in foreign tax controversy matters (audits, competent authority procedures, etc.)Stay current on all tax matters affecting the company, including but not limited to changes in international tax laws, regulatory rules and accounting standards

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s degree preferred)CPA license preferred4+ years relevant international tax experience, a blend of public accounting and corporate experience is preferredStrong corporate tax planning background with experience in US international outbound tax and host country tax, including knowledge regarding FTCs, Subpart F, E&P, FDII, GILTI, and BEATExceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate tax issues to nontax personnel and to collaborate across boundaries & cultures with a diverse peer group