Senior Compliance Tax Accountant
Overview:
Maintain tax records and preparation of tax returns, related schedules and workpapers and related reports. Assist in tax accounting calculations and management reporting. Help to implement tax planning objectives. Supervision of staff tax accountant.
Position Responsibilities:
" Preparation and light review of Federal consolidated and state & local income tax returns and related workpapers.
" Preparation of extensions and quarterly estimated tax payments.
" Assist in implementing tax planning projects.
" Research various tax queries of the companies.
" Assist in tax accounting / ETR calculations (budget, monthly, quarterly, year-end, forecasts).
" Establish and enhance business relationships with company accounting personnel.
" Assist in handling income tax audits.
" Supervise work of staff tax accountant.
Skills/Experience Required:
" Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
" CPA preferred.
" Proficient in Excel, Word, and Power Point.
" Knowledge of accounting software (Hyperion, Prism).
" Expertise in tax compliance software (Vertex).
" Knowledge of tax research software (RIA, BNA, etc.).
" Ability to present a positive image of the Tax Dept. - professional and diplomatic in dealing with operating company personnel.
" Team player, placing success of the overall Tax Dept. over self.
" Demonstrated experience in planning and accomplishing goals; supervisory experience preferred.
" Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
" Strong leadership skills.
