Tax Analyst Jobs in Houston, TX
Tax Analyst jobs in Houston are concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and Downtown, with strong demand across energy, petrochemicals, financial services, and professional services firms. Employers hiring right now include Love’s Travel Stops, EY, and Cheniere Energy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Responsibilities:
Research and analysis on technical indirect tax issues based on tax laws, regulation, and policies.
Performing tax audit processes including data gathering, workpaper preparation and review, and identification and subsequent resolution of any issues.
Extract, review, reconcile large volumes of data from various sources; ensure accuracy and completeness.
Preparing and filing tax returns (such as excise, sales, and ad valorem) in accordance with applicable tax laws and regulations
Managing tax documentation, licenses, and associated bonds.
Performing monthly tax reconciliations; booking of tax payments/refunds.
Timely resolution of correspondence and notices from tax authorities.
Track, review, and implement new legislative and rate changes.
Tax Contract review and coordination on new business with internal teams.
Monitor day-to-day oil movement and trading activity with schedulers and operations teams, resolving data or process issues that could affect tax determination, reporting, and compliance.
Collaborate daily with traders and operations teams to ensure accurate tax treatment of oil trading transactions and related operational activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance; Master in Taxation (or equivalent)
5+ years of relevant experience in excise tax, or similar role
Experience within the oil and gas industry and/or within a Big 4 company; expertise in energy or commodity trading business
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with Tax Determination System OneSource highly preferred
Team player and excellent communication skills, including written and spoken (English)
Proactive, ability to work independently, deal with all levels of management
Great judgment, resiliency, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic and high-intensity environment including open-floor plan if applicable to the position, with timely responsiveness and the ability to work beyond normal business hours when required.
Employee Programs & Benefits:
CCI offers competitive benefits and programs to support our employees, their families and local communities. These include:
Competitive comprehensive medical, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits
Employee assistance & wellness programs
Parental and family leave policies
CCI in the Community: Each office has a Charity Committee and as a part of this program employees are allocated 2 days annually to volunteer at the selected charities.
Charitable contribution match program
Tuition assistance & reimbursement
Quarterly Innovation & Collaboration Awards
Employee discount program, including access to fitness facilities
Competitive paid time off
Continued learning opportunities
Visit https://www.cci.com/careers/life-at-cci/# to learn more!
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Responsibilities:
Research and analysis on technical indirect tax issues based on tax laws, regulation, and policies.
Performing tax audit processes including data gathering, workpaper preparation and review, and identification and subsequent resolution of any issues.
Extract, review, reconcile large volumes of data from various sources; ensure accuracy and completeness.
Preparing and filing tax returns (such as excise, sales, and ad valorem) in accordance with applicable tax laws and regulations
Managing tax documentation, licenses, and associated bonds.
Performing monthly tax reconciliations; booking of tax payments/refunds.
Timely resolution of correspondence and notices from tax authorities.
Track, review, and implement new legislative and rate changes.
Tax Contract review and coordination on new business with internal teams.
Monitor day-to-day oil movement and trading activity with schedulers and operations teams, resolving data or process issues that could affect tax determination, reporting, and compliance.
Collaborate daily with traders and operations teams to ensure accurate tax treatment of oil trading transactions and related operational activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance; Master in Taxation (or equivalent)
5+ years of relevant experience in excise tax, or similar role
Experience within the oil and gas industry and/or within a Big 4 company; expertise in energy or commodity trading business
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with Tax Determination System OneSource highly preferred
Team player and excellent communication skills, including written and spoken (English)
Proactive, ability to work independently, deal with all levels of management
Great judgment, resiliency, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic and high-intensity environment including open-floor plan if applicable to the position, with timely responsiveness and the ability to work beyond normal business hours when required.
Employee Programs & Benefits:
CCI offers competitive benefits and programs to support our employees, their families and local communities. These include:
Competitive comprehensive medical, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits
Employee assistance & wellness programs
Parental and family leave policies
CCI in the Community: Each office has a Charity Committee and as a part of this program employees are allocated 2 days annually to volunteer at the selected charities.
Charitable contribution match program
Tuition assistance & reimbursement
Quarterly Innovation & Collaboration Awards
Employee discount program, including access to fitness facilities
Competitive paid time off
Continued learning opportunities
Visit https://www.cci.com/careers/life-at-cci/# to learn more!
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- Electronics & Hardware
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Tax Analyst Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a tax analyst job in Houston?
The strongest path into Houston's tax analyst market runs through the energy and petrochemical sectors, which drive more local demand than any other industry. Targeting midsize E&P companies in the Energy Corridor, large integrated operators Downtown, and the professional services firms that serve them gives you the widest pool of openings. A CPA credential or active progress toward one, combined with experience in corporate income tax or indirect tax, gives candidates a clear edge in this market.
Which companies hire tax analysts in Houston?
Employers hiring tax analysts in Houston right now include Love’s Travel Stops, EY, and Cheniere Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Houston's hiring mix leans heavily toward large energy operators, oilfield services companies, and the Big Four and regional accounting firms that support them.
Are there remote tax analyst jobs in Houston?
Yes, though availability depends on the role, with tax compliance and research positions more amenable to remote work than provision or audit-support roles that require close coordination with local finance teams. About 86% of tax analyst openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the hybrid model being far more common than fully remote. Greenway Plaza and Downtown employers tend to anchor hybrid schedules around two to three in-office days per week.
How can I get a tax analyst job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is through a staff tax or tax associate role at one of the regional or national accounting firms with offices Downtown or in Greenway Plaza, where structured training programs are common. Energy companies with large in-house tax departments, such as integrated operators and midstream firms, also hire entry-level analysts and often value candidates with accounting internships or coursework in federal and state taxation. A bachelor's degree in accounting and active pursuit of the CPA exam signals seriousness and accelerates early hiring consideration.
Which industries hire the most tax analysts in Houston?
Houston tax analyst roles concentrate in Energy, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Houston's position as the U.S. energy capital means oil and gas operators, midstream companies, and oilfield services firms generate a disproportionate share of local tax analyst demand compared to most other major cities.
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