Tax Research Principal

Company: Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Location: Oakland
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID# 145775Job Category: Accounting / FinanceJob Level: Manager/PrincipalBusiness Unit: FinanceWork Type: HybridJob Location: OaklandDepartment OverviewThe Tax Department provides oversight on the interpretation of policies, reporting requirements, rules and regulations for the team is responsible for the preparation of federal and state income tax returns, tax accounting and forecasts, as well as the provision of tax technical support for corporate transactions and regulatory filings. PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of thejob posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will bebased on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience,market value, geographic location, and internal equity.This job is also eligible to participate inPG&E's discretionary incentive compensation programs.A reasonable salary range is:California Minimum: $128,000California Maximum: $218,000This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and based on business needs. Job Responsibilities:

• Research and document defensible conclusions and positions for the tax return, audit, regulatory filings, and ASC 740 Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes taking into account the relevant tax authorities and the unique issues facing regulated utilities.
• Monitor, evaluate, document, and communicate the impact on PG&E of proposed or enacted changes in federal, state and local tax laws.
• Demonstrates an ability to validate a conclusion from different angles/approaches.
• Advise and provide analysis on federal, state and local tax aspects of significant transactions such as acquisitions, dispositions, and financing, factoring in the regulatory overlay.
• Actively communicates complex tax issues and key activities to management.
• Provides guidance in the development of strategies using scenario modeling and/or financial analysis to improve the benefits to various stakeholders (i.e., shareholders, ratepayers, or both). RequirementsMinimum:
  • B.A. or B.S. degree (Accounting or Tax emphasis preferred); an advanced degree in accounting, tax or law is a plus
  • 8 plus years of corporate tax experience in either public accounting or industry

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