Tax Analyst

Closes:January 22 2026

Job Description
Responsible for creating quantitative and qualitative schedules reports and analysis required to support corporate objectives management decision-making and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies or other reporting requirements. Work assignments require application of one or more of the finance accounting or rates disciplines.

Supports the tax compliance and accrual functions by preparing various federal state and local tax returns and analyzing or preparing data for income tax returns and property tax reports. Also responsible for analyzing and explaining budget deviations fortaxes. Work assignments require application of accounting knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with various computer systems. Researches and interprets various federal state and local tax issues and regulations.

• Timely and Accurate Reporting: Prepare and deliver accurate analyses reports and schedules within established time frames to support decision-making.
• Process Control and Compliance: Maintain control over assigned responsibilities ensure compliance with accounting regulations and implement necessary changes based on current developments.
• Issue Resolution and Advisory: Identify and resolve accounting issues promptly; research complex issues and provide recommendations to inform management decisions.
• Transaction Analysis and Reporting: Perform journal entries and analyze accounting transactions (including complex ones) for internal and external customers; produce reliable financial reports.

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance economics accounting general business tax statistics or a related field is required.
• Intermediate knowledge of subject area field such as accounting finance economics general business tax statistics and utility operations.
• Ability to perform analysis as structured by others.

Hiring Range: $57559 to $73963

• 2 years of accounting experience tax preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of theory and general practices of subject area.
• Demonstrated advance understanding of the accounting field and good understanding of the companys business processes and operations.
• Demonstrated advance understanding of the tax field preferred

Hiring Range: $65410 to $84379

• 5 years of accounting experience tax preferred.
• Demonstrated depth of technical competency indicating mastery of the theory and practice of the subject area.
• Considerable knowledge of the theory and practices of related accounting field tax preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and big picture understanding of major business processes and operations.

Hiring Range: $84939 to $110421

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employees various knowledge skills and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click Submit.

At Avista our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. Thats why we prioritize the physical mental and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays personal days and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance Pet insurance and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more please visit our benefits website at are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse skilled and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws we provide the full salary range for each position along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications experience and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $57559 to $135903. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to .

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avistas Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation marital status age sensory mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification) Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application interview process and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at if you would like assistance.

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