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Job Description
Position: Senior Income Tax Analyst
Position Summary
Forward Air is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Income Tax Analyst to join our global tax team. This role is responsible for U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, ASC 740 tax accounting, and supporting global tax reporting for a multinational public company. The ideal candidate brings approximately four years of experience—preferably from a Big Four firm and/or a large corporate tax environment—with strong technical tax skills and a solid understanding of complex corporate tax matters.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 " Americas Most Trustworthy Companies " publication
Position: Senior Income Tax Analyst
Position Summary
Forward Air is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Income Tax Analyst to join our global tax team. This role is responsible for U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, ASC 740 tax accounting, and supporting global tax reporting for a multinational public company. The ideal candidate brings approximately four years of experience—preferably from a Big Four firm and/or a large corporate tax environment—with strong technical tax skills and a solid understanding of complex corporate tax matters.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare and review U.S. federal and state corporate income tax returns, estimates, extensions, and supporting workpapers
- Assist with quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax provision calculations, including deferred taxes and uncertain tax positions
- Analyze book-to-tax differences and support consolidated tax reporting requirements
- Support tax aspects of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q
- Partner with international tax teams to support global tax reporting and documentation
- Research tax law changes and evaluate potential impacts on the business
- Support federal and state income tax audits and respond to tax authority inquiries
- Assist with transfer pricing documentation, intercompany transactions, and cross-border tax considerations
- Participate in tax planning initiatives, process optimization, and technology enhancements
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with SOX requirements
- Collaborate closely with finance, accounting, and external advisors to support tax-related initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
- CPA license or CPA-eligible strongly preferred
- Approximately 4 years of relevant income tax experience
- Prior Big Four public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of ASC 740 and corporate tax provision processes
- Experience with U.S. federal and multi-state consolidated corporate tax filings
- Exposure to international tax concepts and multinational company structures preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and tax compliance/provision software
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with public company tax reporting
- Familiarity with SOX controls for tax processes
- Experience with Oracle ERP and OneSource income tax compliance/provision software
- Prior experience supporting tax functions in a multinational environment
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proactive, self-motivated work style with strong ownership mindset
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams
- Adaptability and comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment
About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 " Americas Most Trustworthy Companies " publication