Corporate Tax Accountant

The Corporate Tax Accountant supports the company’s tax provision, filings, and controls for a newly public environment. This role prepares schedules and workpapers, assists with federal and state compliance, and partners with Accounting during the close process to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a solid foundation in corporate tax, who is eager to continue learning and developing within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Tax Provision (ASC 740) Support

• Prepare quarterly/annual provision workpapers (ETR, current/deferred, VA, stock-based comp, M-1 adjustments).
• Tie out to the tax footnote in the 10-Q/10-K and maintain organized, audit-ready files.
• Assist with return-to-provision analyses and related reconciliations.

Compliance & Estimates

• Assist with preparation of U.S. federal and multi-state income/franchise returns, extensions, and quarterly estimates.
• Maintain the tax calendar and support nexus/registration tracking and registration requirements.
• Help respond to IRS/state notices and audit inquiries.

SOX & Close Support

• Operate and document SOX 404 key controls for tax processes.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile tax accounts during monthly/quarterly close.
• Provide PBCs and support external audit requests.

Projects & Cross-Functional

• Assist with tax research and basic modeling for areas such as
• 174 (R&D amortization),
• 163(j),
• 162(m), NOLs/credits, and equity comp impacts.
• Coordinate with Accounting, SEC Reporting, and external advisors as needed.
• Provide support on indirect tax matters (sales & use/property) as assigned and other ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of corporate income tax experience; Big4 or other nationally-recognized firms experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field; CPA or CPA track preferred.
• Solid understanding of corporate tax compliance, including federal and multi-state filings.
• Exposure to ASC 740 (income tax provision) concepts and application.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with OneSource Income Tax, RIA Checkpoint, Workday, or similar tools is a plus.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to public-company timelines.
• Collaborative team player who values open communication, learning, and building strong cross-functional partnerships.

Compensation

$70,000 - $90,000

About STARZ

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning “We’re All Adults Here.” Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.