Senior Tax Accountant

Position Overview

This position is responsible for preparing federal, state, and local income tax returns, performing associated reporting functions, and conducting tax account analysis and reconciliations. This department supports the partnership's key objectives while maintaining the highest standards of conduct without compromise. Honesty, integrity, and accountability are essential to the partnership's success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns, including related schedules, workpapers, and reports.
• Review federal and state tax provisions on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, including related inputs, forecasts, support schedules, workpapers, reports, and journal entries.
• Calculate and review estimated tax payments for tax-paying entities.
• Research and respond to state tax notices and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Review state apportionment for partnership and corporate entities.
• Review monthly tax accruals for federal, state, and foreign taxes.
• Perform and review tax account analysis and reconciliations.
• Conduct research related to ongoing tax issues and tax law changes, and remain current on ASC 740.
• Support external auditors and consultants.
• Assist with other tasks and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in corporate income tax provisions and/or compliance.
• Thorough understanding of tax accounting concepts, including ASC 740.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience with Longview, OneSource, SAP, and BPC is a plus.
• Self-motivated, with the initiative to identify and resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Takes personal responsibility for work quality and professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tax provision software.
• Experience with corporate tax preparation software.