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Job Description
We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.
About The Role
The Tax Analyst will support Wiley’s global tax function by assisting with tax compliance and financial reporting processes. This entry-level role focuses on preparing detailed tax workpapers and supporting schedules for the quarterly and year-end tax provision (ASC 740), as well as federal and state/local income tax compliance. Responsibilities include compiling and validating data for tax filings, preparing book-to-tax differences and account reconciliations, and maintaining well-organized, audit-ready documentation. The role also involves collaborating with internal teams and external advisors, supporting state and local tax processes (including sales tax reporting), and assisting with responses to IRS and state tax notices.
You will work closely with cross-functional finance teams to ensure accuracy in our financial statements and SEC filings. The ideal candidate will have strong foundational knowledge of US GAAP and corporate tax laws, with a desire to learn complex international tax concepts. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking to build a strong foundation in corporate taxation within a dynamic, multinational environment.
Job Responsibilities
For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere.
We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.
Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.
When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.
Salary Range
61,800 USD to 84,400 USD
We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.
About The Role
The Tax Analyst will support Wiley’s global tax function by assisting with tax compliance and financial reporting processes. This entry-level role focuses on preparing detailed tax workpapers and supporting schedules for the quarterly and year-end tax provision (ASC 740), as well as federal and state/local income tax compliance. Responsibilities include compiling and validating data for tax filings, preparing book-to-tax differences and account reconciliations, and maintaining well-organized, audit-ready documentation. The role also involves collaborating with internal teams and external advisors, supporting state and local tax processes (including sales tax reporting), and assisting with responses to IRS and state tax notices.
You will work closely with cross-functional finance teams to ensure accuracy in our financial statements and SEC filings. The ideal candidate will have strong foundational knowledge of US GAAP and corporate tax laws, with a desire to learn complex international tax concepts. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking to build a strong foundation in corporate taxation within a dynamic, multinational environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Support preparation of quarterly and annual tax provision workpapers (ASC 740)
- Prepare workpapers to support federal and state/local income tax compliance
- Prepare various supporting schedules, including book-to-tax differences and account reconciliations
- Assist in gathering, validating, and organizing data for tax filings
- Prepare and maintain detailed Excel-based tax workpapers and documentation
- Support state and local tax processes, including apportionment, compliance tracking, and sales tax calculations
- Assist in tracking and responding to IRS and state and local tax notices
- Conduct basic tax research and assist with process improvements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
- CPA or working toward CPA
- 1-3 years of tax experience
- Knowledge of federal and state tax laws
- Experience with tax software and systems
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Team player attitude
- Experience with corporate taxation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and AI tools
- Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced setting
- Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
- Tax Technology: experience using specialized corporate tax software (e.g., OneSource, Corptax, Alteryx) to automate workflows and data extraction
For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere.
We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.
Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.
When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.
Salary Range
61,800 USD to 84,400 USD
Salary : $61,800 - $84,400