What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Tax Accountant position at States HR CO LLC?
Job Summary:
The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for managing and executing complex tax preparation, compliance, and reporting tasks. This role involves staying current with tax regulations, performing tax planning for corporate and individual entities, supporting audits, and ensuring the organization complies with all federal, state, and local tax laws.
The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for managing and executing complex tax preparation, compliance, and reporting tasks. This role involves staying current with tax regulations, performing tax planning for corporate and individual entities, supporting audits, and ensuring the organization complies with all federal, state, and local tax laws.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals.
- Analyze tax laws and regulations to identify potential tax savings and planning opportunities.
- Maintain and reconcile tax general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assist in the development and implementation of tax strategies to optimize the company’s tax position.
- Support internal and external tax audits, including preparing supporting documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.
- Research complex tax issues and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate their impact on the business.
- Ensure timely and accurate tax filings, extensions, estimated payments, and other compliance obligations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, and external consultants.
- Train and mentor junior tax staff or interns as applicable.
Qualifications:
Education:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
- CPA or Enrolled Agent (preferred or required, depending on company).
Experience:
- 3–5 years of progressive tax accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or a corporate tax department.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with tax software (e.g., CCH Axcess, Geosystem, OneSource, or similar).
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
