Senior Tax Research Specialist
United States
Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Remote
We are looking for a hardworking, forward- thinking individual that has practical experience in business entity income tax compliance and/or programming. This individual will be very interested in transferring that practical experience into the tax software environment by helping us create and maintain corporate and Pass-through tax software solutions. We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join CSC Corptax from a remote location. Visit our website at: corptax.com.
Some of the things you will be doing:
- Research changes to tax forms
- Interpret the tax code and regulation updates that drove those changes
- Provide guidance to programmers on updates needed to calculations based on research findings (for candidates with programming experience or for non-programmers with a desire to learn programming; we use proprietary software language and training will be provided)
- Test tax return calculations for accuracy, consistency, and usability
Design and execute test cases to confirm correct implementation of tax law changes
Contribute to release notes, technical explanations, and customer-facing guidance as needed
Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned states or tax topics
- Develop and update documentation to support the tax return calculations and other collateral
- Eventually lead or assist other leaders on team projects, as needed
- Provide support for the products we create through both direct and indirect communication channels
Technical skills, experience, and qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or related field
- CPA or master’s degree is a plus
- 5 to 10 years of industry or public accounting experience specializing in corporate or Pass-through income tax compliance or programming experience
Experience leveraging AI-driven tools (e.g., generative AI, tax research platforms with AI capabilities, data analytics tools) to enhance tax research, technical analysis, and workflow efficiency is a plus.
- Experience with reading and interpreting COBOL and/or C# is a plus
- Experience with Visual Studio, Azure DevOps is a plus
- Exposure to and interest in tax software applications and Microsoft products
- Equivalent experience at a tax software company is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn new skills quickly
- Ability to work extended schedule as required to meet objectives
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About UsCSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®
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CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.
CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers.
We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,
CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.
We encourage candidates to apply directly to our website and not through third-party sources.
Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
- CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
- We have won several employer recognition awards, including Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In’s Best Places to Work.
- We offer fulfilling work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
- Employees are eligible for Success Sharing, bonuses, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
- CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more.
- As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.
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