Vistra Corp. · 1 week ago
Tax Senior Specialist, State and Local Tax
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVistra Corp. is a global leader committed to exceeding customer expectations and effective communication. They are seeking a Tax Senior Specialist with specialized knowledge of state and local tax laws to assist in tax compliance and planning, document tax return positions, and support the quarterly and annual provision process.
EnergyRenewable EnergySustainability
Responsibilities
Assisting in the identification and documenting of tax return positions, especially as it pertains to the taxability of sales/use tax and gross receipts tax transactions throughout the company
Analyzing complex accounting transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment
Supporting the quarterly and annual provision process and responding to questions and inquiries from the financial statement auditors
Reviewing state tax returns and work papers for a complex group of legal entities
Analyzing financial statements and other financial data, specifically as they relate to tax compliance and tax planning
Performing technical tax research using electronic research services and generating documentation to support tax return filing positions and refund claims
Monitoring state tax regulatory and legislative developments and assisting with the interpretation of the implications for the company
Assisting the federal and state tax controversy team in responding to information document requests and analyzing data for ASC 450 purposes
A problem-solving mentality with a focus on continuous process improvements to better provide taxability analysis to the business units in an efficient manner as well as structuring solutions to minimize tax impacts where possible
Further providing outstanding client service through responsiveness to questions and requests by the business units, including interaction with staff and departments throughout the organization
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge of tax concepts, practices, and procedures
Specialized knowledge of state and local tax laws
Assisting in the identification and documenting of tax return positions, especially as it pertains to the taxability of sales/use tax and gross receipts tax transactions throughout the company
Analyzing complex accounting transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment
Supporting the quarterly and annual provision process and responding to questions and inquiries from the financial statement auditors
Reviewing state tax returns and work papers for a complex group of legal entities
Analyzing financial statements and other financial data, specifically as they relate to tax compliance and tax planning
Performing technical tax research using electronic research services and generating documentation to support tax return filing positions and refund claims
Monitoring state tax regulatory and legislative developments and assisting with the interpretation of the implications for the company
Assisting the federal and state tax controversy team in responding to information document requests and analyzing data for ASC 450 purposes
A problem-solving mentality with a focus on continuous process improvements to better provide taxability analysis to the business units in an efficient manner as well as structuring solutions to minimize tax impacts where possible
Further providing outstanding client service through responsiveness to questions and requests by the business units, including interaction with staff and departments throughout the organization
Experienced gained through college degree programs and or certifications in Accounting, or related field
5 to 8+ years relevant experience
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and tax requirements and the underlying policy, practices and procedures of public companies
Basic knowledge of tax return processes
Preferred
Big 4 accounting firm experience strongly preferred
Company
Vistra Corp.
Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company, based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.25B2025-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2024-04-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Stacey Dore
Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer
Recent News
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