Sr. Tax Associate

Are you a CPA who enjoys solving complex tax challenges, improving processes, and influencing business decisions? We're looking for a Senior Tax Associate to join our Spokane-based corporate tax team and play a key role in both tax compliance and strategic tax planning initiatives - domestically AND globally.Join a Growing Global Organization Where Tax Is More Than ComplianceThis position offers a unique opportunity to move beyond traditional tax compliance work and become a trusted business partner who helps drive operational improvements, supports planning initiatives, and contributes to a scalable, forward-thinking tax function.You'll collaborate across Finance, Legal, and Operations while working in an environment that values continuous improvement, professional growth, and practical problem-solving.  What You'll Do:Tax Compliance & ReportingPrepare, review, and coordinate federal, state, and local tax filings and supporting schedules.Support consolidated federal corporate income tax returns (1120/5471/8858), state income/franchise tax returns, sales and use tax filings, annual reports, and Secretary of State filingsCoordinate estimated tax payments, extensions, and compliance-related calculations.Assist with tax provision activities and ASC 740 reporting requirements.Support fixed asset tax reporting, depreciation schedules, property tax filings, and unclaimed property reporting.Research and analyze tax issues to ensure compliance and support business decisions.Maintain and improve tax documentation, procedures, and internal controls.Process Improvement & AutomationIdentify opportunities to streamline tax processes and reduce manual effort.Enhance tax workpapers, models, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.Improve documentation and knowledge-sharing practices to reduce key-person dependency.Drive standardization and automation initiatives that improve efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.Tax Planning & Strategic SupportAssist with tax planning projects, modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis.Evaluate tax impacts related to operational, financial, and organizational changes.Research emerging tax laws and regulatory developments.Partner with Finance, Legal, and external advisors on special projects and planning initiatives.Support analysis related to cross-border and international tax considerations.Cross-Functional CollaborationServe as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external tax advisors.Coordinate information gathering for special projects such as transfer pricing, R&D credits, and cost segregation studies.Provide informal mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote)  More time in-office for onboarding/training and/or any special projects, may be required.