Senior Tax Analyst

Role Description This role is a contract assignment at Palo Alto Networks. Contractors will not be employed by Palo Alto Networks but through our trusted staffing partners. Job Title : Senior Tax Analyst Location : Bengaluru, India (Hybrid) Duration : 12 Months Department : International Tax Reports To : International Tax Senior Manager Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Tax Analyst to join our dynamic tax team. This role will be responsible for leading the preparation and review of U.S. international tax compliance, reporting obligations, and contributing to global tax provision and planning initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical understanding of U.S. international tax laws, experience with Corptax, and proficiency in handling complex calculations and excel proficiency. Key Responsibilities Prepare U.S. international tax compliance forms including Forms 5471, 8858, 1118, 8991, and other forms disclosure statements. Prepare Form 8975 (Country-by-Country Reporting) and related schedules. Prepare review workpapers for Earnings & Profits (E&P) adjustments, GILTI, FDII, Foreign Tax Credits, BEAT, 163j, Subpart F income, and other key international tax items. Prepare and file timely elections including Form 8832, Form 8023, SS-4 applications, and other relevant elections. Review trial balances, intercompany transactions, and legal entity structures to ensure proper tax treatment Support quarterly and annual international tax provision calculations under ASC 740 and utilization of corptax in the provision process. Collaborate cross-functionally to gather data and ensure accurate reporting. Support tax compliance for acquired entities, including acquisition-related data gathering and initial reporting. Extract and analyze financial data from SAP and other financial ERP systems to support compliance and reporting. Contribute to ad hoc tax projects and initiatives, including process improvements, technology implementations, and audit responses. Qualifications Master’s degree in accounting or MBA in finance preferred. 4+ years of relevant experience in U.S. international tax compliance and reporting, preferably with a Big 4 or multinational corporate tax department. Strong experience using Corptax and Onesource for international forms and calculations. Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of data extraction from ERP systems such as SAP. In-depth understanding of U.S. international tax rules, including GILTI, Subpart F, FTC, FDII, and E&P. Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Skills Experience with international tax compliance in complex structures, including foreign disregarded entities and newly acquired entities. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify tax compliance and reporting risks. Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Information about Palo Alto Networks At Palo Alto Networks®, everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. We have the vision of a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. These aren’t easy goals to accomplish — but we’re not here for easy. We’re here for better. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.