What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Specialist II position at Woodward, Inc.?
Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.
We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.
We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
- Tax Specialist II: Estimated annual base pay: $72,000(minimum) - $93,000(midpoint) - $115,000(maximum)
- All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
- 401(k) match (4.5%)
- Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
- Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
- 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
- Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
- Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
- Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
- Member referral bonus
- Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
- Voluntary benefits, including:
- Home / Auto Insurance discounts
- Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
- Use tax software and digital tools (Excel, Alteryx, Power BI, etc.) to compile data, calculate, and prepare workpapers for review.
- Prepare corporate income tax returns, calculate estimated payments, and compile provision components.
- Participate in tax research, analysis, and training: A Tax Specialist II in Finance is responsible for conducting basic tax research to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations and engaging in purposeful training to stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations.
- Supporting tax audits: A Tax Specialist II in Finance is responsible for assisting with tax audits and providing supportive analysis.
- Apply understanding of business operations to assess tax implications and support internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
- Capable of setting priorities effectively and performing both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Possesses knowledge of continuous process improvement and automation methodologies, with proven skill in their implementation.
- Basic knowledge of tax laws and regulations, including an understanding of basic tax research tools and techniques.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred
- 1-3 years of corporate tax or public accounting experience
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate tax principles
- Proficient in tax compliance, provision, and research software; ONESOURCE experience a plus
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with ERP systems, and general digital tools
- Experience with Alteryx, Power BI, and/or AI.
This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $72,000