Tax Analyst

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Tax Analyst I supports tax compliance, reporting, research, and accounting activities to help satisfy organizational obligations and support the interests of Gentex Corporation. This role assists with the preparation of tax-related information, performs routine analysis, supports tax account reconciliations, and helps maintain accurate tax records in accordance with applicable requirements and company processes. 

This is an onsite position located in Holland, MI. It is not open to hybrid or remote work.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Assist with the preparation and completion of federal, state, local, and other tax compliance requirements. 

• Gather, organize, and validate financial and tax data used for tax filings, reconciliations, audits, and reporting. 

• Support the review of applicable tax-related statutes, regulations, and guidance by collecting research and documentation for internal review. 

• Utilize Oracle EBS Financials, Microsoft Excel, and other tax-related tools to compile, analyze, and report tax and accounting information. 

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities related to assigned tax accounts, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules. 

• Provide documentation and support for external tax advisors, auditors, and other third parties as directed. 

• Participate in tax process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and documentation. 

• Conduct routine tax research and analysis under guidance, summarizing findings for review.

• Maintain organized tax records, workpapers, and supporting documentation.

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

HOW YOU’LL DO IT 

• Attention to detail - Ensures information is complete and accurate; follows up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled. 

• Financial acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. 

• Nimble learning - Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. 

• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 

• Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters. 

• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.    

WHAT TO BRING 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 

• Entry-level tax, accounting, finance, internship, or related experience. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. 

• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Ability to compile, organize, and review financial data with accuracy. 

• Ability to learn and apply tax, accounting, and company processes. 

WHAT WILL HELP 

• Prior internship or work experience in public accounting, corporate tax, finance, or accounting. 

• Exposure to tax software, ERP systems, or financial reporting tools. 

• Interest in corporate tax, tax technology, process improvement, and data analysis. 

• Progress toward CPA eligibility or other relevant certification.

• Familiarity with tax compliance, account reconciliations, or general ledger concepts.