Tax Operations Analyst

Tax Operations Analyst

Whippany, NJ

As a Barclays Tax Operations Analyst, you will perform operational processes in accordance with procedures to remain compliant with IRS requirements. This role manages daily reconciliation of withholding, deposits in accordance with the IRS prescribed schedule, and 1099 and 1042S information reporting. You will support internal and external client inquiries in relation tax processing.

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, established in 1690, with a legacy of success, quality, and innovation. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, 'anchor', days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

What will you be doing?

• Performing daily withholding reconciliation and IRS deposits

• Participating in year-end Tax Reporting process including: preparation of data in accordance with procedures, ensuring timely distribution of 1099/1042-S reports to clients, etc

• Acting as US Tax subject matter expert for the firm's change programs

• Being responsible for performing user acceptance testing on system enhancements and builds

• Remediating anomalies in tax processes and recommend control improvements

• Reviewing and continually improving departmental procedures to ensure documentation is up to date and control standards are being adhered to

• Developing ongoing awareness of the tax regulatory landscape and the firm's adherence to tax reporting obligations

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

• Prior experience of IRS Tax Reporting, Withholding, and Deposits

• Working knowledge of Broadridge BPS, TMS, 1099 Pro, and CTI Suite Product

• Experience in the Financial Services Industry

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Dynamic and willing to challenge status quo, recommend improvements and pro-actively enhance current processes

• Experience with/knowledge of operations functions within financial services

• Ability to develop relationships with internal clients to understand and address their needs

• Basic Sharepoint administration and MS Access skills

Where will you be working?

Our next-generation workplace in Whippany allows talented, passionate, down-to-earth colleagues to connect daily. With state-of-the-art work facilities and many added features like pool tables, cafés and a gym - it's a place you can call home. Our office is minutes away from Morristown, known for its rich history and lively modern spirit. With bustling Manhattan easily accessible and a picturesque landscape here on the doorstep, Whippany really does offer the best of both worlds.

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