What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Analyst position at Harman International?
Description & Requirements
A Career at HARMAN Corporate
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.
- Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
- Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
- Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader
What You’ll Be Part Of
As a Tax Analyst within HARMAN's Corporate Global team, you'll join a dedicated U.S. tax reporting group that plays a central role in keeping the company's tax function running with accuracy and integrity. Reporting to the Manager, Tax, you'll work alongside internal cross-functional partners and external advisors to support U.S. tax compliance and provision processes — while also lending your expertise to broader tax initiatives across the organization.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Serve as a core member of the U.S. tax reporting team, preparing and analyzing quarterly tax provision procedures using OneSource Tax Provision software
- Assist in preparation of certain “rest of world” foreign tax provisions, as needed
- Prepare tax supporting documentation required for Samsung / GCPS reporting
- Play a core role in the preparation and review of U.S. tax compliance, collaborating with both internal and external teams
- Assist with Research and Development Tax Credit study and other ad hoc compliance/filing requirements
- Assist with inquiries or examinations by taxing authorities, as needed
- Support other ad hoc tax related matters
- Manage tax department’s invoices from external service providers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Treasury) to support tax-related data needs and inquiries
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- Bachelor of Science/Accounting, or Finance degree or equivalent experience
- 3 years of public accounting or equivalent industry experience working in the corporate tax department
- Experience preparing Federal, State and Local consolidated, Unitary and separate corporate tax returns
- Working knowledge of Accounting for Income Taxes under ASC 740 / IFRS
- Solid understanding of how to perform tax technical research
- Proficient with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bonus Points if You Have
- Progress toward or completion of MST, CPA
- Experience with tax provision or compliance software (e.g., Onesource Tax Provision, BPC, OneStream, or similar tools)
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills (e.g. Alteryx, PowerBi, or similar tools)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and proactively communicate to manager
- Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and develop technical expertise
- Exposure to AI-driven tools and a demonstrated interest in applying them
Things to Know
- This role is based in Stamford, Connecticut and follows a hybrid schedule
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer)
- This role requires occasional domestic and international travel
What You Can Expect
- Hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week
- Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
- Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
- Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
- Tuition reimbursement support
- Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development
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Pay Transparency
$ 90,750 - $ 133,100
Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.
Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.
Benefits
HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!
Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.
You Belong Here
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)
HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
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Salary : $90,750 - $133,100