Senior Tax Accountant

The Sr Tax Accountant is responsible for monitoring the company's compliance with tax laws and regulations and assists with the timely completion and filing of the federal and state consolidated tax returns. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provisions. Informs management on new tax laws, tax updates and their potential impact. Assists with corporate audits and recommends and implements methods and procedures to minimize tax liability or promote tax savings. Coordinates the activities and functions of area or section including but not limited to planning, organization, problem solving and communication. Close interaction with personnel and management within or outside department in performing duties and assignments. Leads projects sponsored by the Corporate Tax department. Identifies and manages projects issues and risks to facilitate resolution. Develops and maintains cross functional business readiness, communications, and training plans for assigned projects.

• Assist in the preparation of the consolidated federal tax return and quarterly estimates. Responsible for monitoring and analyzing emerging matters at the federal, state and local level. 
• Responsible for providing tax support and planning opportunities to enterprise management and subsidiaries. Preparation of quarterly tax and accounting updates. 
• Provide Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and regulatory audit support. 
• Coordinates information flow between departments that provide information for tax compliance to ensure useful and efficient data is exchanged in a timely manner. 
• Develops, recommends and maintains administrative/operational procedures of section or area. Coordinates or executes ad hoc requests and other tax-specific requirements. 
• Preparation of financial presentations, projects, statements and regulatory reports. 
• Assists in the monitoring and planning of work functions performed by the tax auditor staff. Assists management in planning and carrying out department and divisional goals. 
• Assist with the development of business cases for initiatives sponsored by the Corporate Tax department. 
• Interface with various departments, senior management and individuals internally and externally.
• Other duties as assigned. 

"Qualifications"

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance or related field required. Advanced Technical Degree (MST, JD, MBA-Tax) preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years experience in a corporate tax environment where tax research and compliance are a regular part of the job function.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.1. Knowledge of federal, state, local, corporate and partnership tax laws.
• Familiar with the preparation of consolidated tax returns.
• Proficient with Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Provision & Return software.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a team environment and with multiple priorities where there are strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in current industry standard PC applications and systems (e.g., Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with Access is helpful.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience working with key business areas.
• Experience with managing stakeholder expectations and required decisions

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.