Sr. Tax Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Property Tax Accountant Consultant to join our team in Ferndale, Michigan. This long-term engagement offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in property tax administration and compliance within the government sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting functions, auditing, and capital management, along with familiarity with specialized software and tools.

The day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Manage property tax administration processes, including assessments and tax distributions.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards in all tax-related activities.

• Utilize BS& A software to streamline tax-related tasks and optimize accuracy.

• Conduct audits to verify the accuracy of financial records and tax filings.

• Collaborate with internal teams to improve accounting and business systems efficiency.

• Oversee capital management processes to ensure proper allocation and reporting.

• Provide guidance on enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for tax and accounting functions.

• Leverage Bloomberg Terminal to analyze financial data and support decision-making.

• Prepare detailed reports and documentation to support tax compliance and audits.

• Research and resolve complex tax-related issues to minimize risks.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting and tax-related roles.

• Strong knowledge of property tax administration, including assessments and distributions.

• Proficiency in BS& A software and other relevant business systems.

• Familiarity with compliance standards and regulations within the government sector.

• Experience with auditing processes and financial record verification.

• Ability to work effectively with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

• Skilled in using Bloomberg Terminal for financial data analysis.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

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