Senior Tax Analyst

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital

way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving

real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here,

everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most

meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as

you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path

and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at

each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution,

Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and

use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate

about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the

brightest, we invite you to join us!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work

from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model

supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of

precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

Palo Alto Networks is looking for a Senior Analyst, State Income Taxes to join

the team to support US state and local corporate income tax compliance and

provision processes. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in US state

income tax compliance and tax laws, as well as practical experience in

supporting ASC 740 income tax accounting (state provision).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review state and local corporate income/franchise tax returns,

extensions, and estimated tax payments using corporate compliance software.

• Support the quarterly and annual US GAAP state tax provision process,

including calculating state effective tax rates (ETR), state valuation

allowances, deferred taxes, and preparing supporting workpapers.

• Monitor, analyze, and communicate changes in state tax legislation (such as

apportionment changes, economic nexus laws, and state conformity to federal

tax law) and assess their impact on the company.

• Assist with the use of technology and advanced applications to help

streamline, automate, and transform state tax compliance and provision

workflows.

• Assist with state tax audits, responding to information document requests

(IDRs), and identifying potential state tax risks or notice-related issues to

escalate to tax management.

• Support state planning initiatives, restructuring, and special projects as

needed.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of related experience focusing on US state and local income

taxes (SALT).

• Deep knowledge of state and local tax laws, multi-state apportionment

methodologies, combined/unitary filing positions, and ASC 740 state tax

accounting principles.

• Proficient with Corptax compliance software and Onesource Tax Provision (OTP)

software is required.

• Proficiency in leveraging AI/ML and GenAI to automate ASC 740 and compliance

workflows, assessing associated risks.

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate independently, manage multiple state deadlines, and thrive

in a dynamic, fast-paced environment across multiple time zones.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to distill complex state tax

laws into actionable internal insights.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Big 4 or large corporate experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Alteryx and SAP is a major plus for data manipulation and

workflow automation.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s

status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams

innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified

individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to

a disability or special need, please contact us at

accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com

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Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in

our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave,

gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical

condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political

affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including

pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not

sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.