What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Accountant position at Hotwire Communications Ltd?
The Tax Accountant works closely with and under the direction of the Tax Manager & Tax Director to provide support for tax & regulatory compliance, research and planning. The Tax Accountant will also work closely with finance, billing and customer service to answer tax-related inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, eager to learn, and thrives in a collaborative environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and file federal, state and local tax and regulatory returns and remit required payments on a timely basis.
- Research technical tax and regulatory issues.
- Reconcile tax general ledger accounts and ensure that taxes and surcharges collected agree with what has been submitted for payment.
- Maintain tax and regulatory calendar to ensure all returns are completed timely.
- Collaborate with team to complete special projects and meeting department deadlines.
- Support Sales & Use Tax and Property Tax filings and audits as needed.
- Provide timely responses to inquiries and requests for information both internally and externally.
- Take initiative on additional tasks and projects as assigned by supervisor.
- Assist with property tax, regulatory and sales tax mailings.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Associate Degree in Accounting – Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 1 to 3 years of professional experience as a staff accountant
- Knowledge and/or experience with property, income or sales tax a plus.
- Knowledge and/or experience with Vertex, Avalara, PTMS a plus.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and possess advanced skills with Excel – Power user preferred
We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:
- Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks