POSITION PURPOSE

The Home Depot’s Tax Department is seeking a Sr. Tax Analyst - Tax Technology & Innovation to spearhead the continued digital modernization of the global tax function. This role is responsible for the design, development, and deployment of next-generation intelligent solutions across all tax functions, aiming to transform complex financial data into a strategic asset. The primary objective is to drive significant efficiencies, mitigate risk, and establish a cost-effective, future-ready tax operating model. The Senior Analyst is critical for achieving enhanced operational efficiency, supporting scalable growth, and ensuring the successful adoption of new technology across the organization.

As a strategic enabler, this position plays a key role in defining the Tax Technology roadmap. This position holds primary accountability for ensuring the seamless integration and management of all subsidiary entities. This involves actively supporting the integration of processes, data, and systems for new and acquired entities, guaranteeing consistency and alignment with the overall corporate and tax technology strategy. By serving as an essential bridge between tax subject matter experts and technology teams, the role reduces the risk of misalignment, data errors, and compliance gaps, thereby reinforcing tax operations and strategic oversight across the entire integrated enterprise.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
80% Building solutions for Tax Planning, Accounting, Research, Compliance, and Audit Defense as needed to meet the goals of the Department. Digital tax transformation to build sustainable technology solutions for tax areas. It includes improvement of current process, implementing automation and technology enabled solutions and drive a culture of innovation and improvement.

10% Participation on cross-functional teams as a subject-matter expert 
10% Coaching and mentoring of associates in the department
 

NATURE AND SCOPE
Reports to Tax Manager or Senior Manager
No associates report to this role on a permanent basis but requires the leadership of a work group: assign and review work, train and contribute to performance appraisal (but not hiring, firing or disciplinary action).
 

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

Environment: 
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
 

Travel: 
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
 

Additional Environmental Job Requirements: 
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. 
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 

Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
 

Additional Minimum Qualifications:
 

Education Required:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Years of Relevant Work Experience: 3 -5 years preferred

Physical Requirements:
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
 

Additional Qualifications:
Demonstrate technical tax skills appropriate for the years of experience in the one or more tax disciplines. Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage and implement multiple complex projects, people management, and communications to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven analytical and problem resolution skills.
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a Master’s degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field3+ years of related work experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsA natural flair for problem solving and an entrepreneurial approach to workA strong interest in technology and its use in business processesA demonstrated ability to capture and synthesize business requirementsA broad understanding of tax accounting and major tax processes

Ideally, you should also have at least one or more of the following:

AI/ML Application Experience: Practical knowledge or experience in developing, deploying, or managing AI models, large language models (LLMs), or AI personas for business applications (e.g., creating prompt libraries, optimizing use cases).Programming and Data Skills: Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as SQL for querying and manipulating large datasets and Python for scripting/data analysis.Data Visualization and BI: Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to transform raw data into actionable insights and strategic reports.Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform Applications, primarily PowerApps, Power Automate and PowerBI.Cloud Platform Familiarity: Exposure to major cloud environments (Google Cloud Platform, Azure, AWS) relevant to data storage, lake development, and system integration. Preferably Google Cloud Platform.Advanced Proficiency in Automation Tools: Demonstrated experience with process automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power Automate, UiPath) and their integration within finance/tax processes.ERP System Expertise: Functional knowledge of major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, particularly SAP S/4HANA (specifically tax-related configuration, modules, and data structures).Tax Technology Stack: Direct experience implementing, configuring, or managing key tax technology solutions (e.g., OneSource, Vertex, Thomson Reuters tools).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

Technical expertise in tax. Proven analytical and problem resolution skills Flexibility in meeting multiple goals Ability to work with teams in diverse functional areas Excellent communication skills Strong computer skills

Benefits offered include health care benefits, 401K, ESPP, paid time off, and success sharing bonus.  For a full list of the various benefits The Home Depot offers, visit https://careers.homedepot.com/our-benefits.