Overview
This role involves preparing quarterly and year-end tax provisions, as well as federal, state, and local tax returns. The position requires maintaining internal controls for SOX 404 compliance and timely filing of all tax returns. Additionally, the role supports financial accounting for income tax on a quarterly and annual basis.
Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge of relevant Internal Revenue Code sections, state tax rules, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC requirements, and other applicable tax and accounting regulations.
- Prepare governmental tax returns and claims for tax refunds.
- Prepare quarterly and year-end tax provisions, including SOX internal control procedures and financial statement tax footnote disclosures.
- Maintain the organization's tax records and files.
- Minimize tax liability through efficient application of current tax law in filing all applicable tax returns.
- Avoid penalties and interest by adhering to internal controls, tax calendar, and policies.
- Investigate and respond to notices from various taxing authorities.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts related to corporate income, franchise, and other taxes, including deferred tax and payable/receivable accounts.
- Research tax issues, apply findings to the organization, and write professional memos to establish and support tax positions.
- Interact with internal and external auditors as necessary to complete audits.
- Complete special projects assigned by management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical/business experience.
- 3-5 years of corporate income tax experience, including federal and multistate tax experience.
- 4-7 years of relevant work experience preferred.
- CPA certification preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
The organization offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including holidays, vacation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, and retirement savings.
Additional Information
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada; verification of employment eligibility is required as a condition of hire.
- The employer is an equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category.
- Priority referral of protected veterans is requested as a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location
North America (United States or Canada)