Senior Tax Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare the annual federal, state, payroll and benefit tax returns, including quarterly tax estimates and payroll tax filings.
• Evaluate book to tax differences related to fixed assets; utilize software to compute federal and state tax asset depreciation reports.
• Prepare the Company's tax provision and related disclosures.
• Research inquiries from government agencies regarding filings, compliance, and other claims.
• Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of federal and state tax laws, regulations, and current tax developments.
• Aid in calculation and review of payroll related tax issues.
• Assist with other duties and special projects as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree focusing in Tax and/or Accounting, 5+ years of experience, public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate and tax accounting principles; ability to identify, design, and implement process improvements for efficient and effective tax compliance, reporting, and planning.
• Working knowledge of the R&D Tax Credit, Domestic Production Activities Deduction, Foreign Reporting (Form 5471/5472), Foreign Tax Credit, and payroll taxes preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills required.
• Experience with a variety of accounting and tax software packages (i.e. Solomon, ProSystem fx Tax Software, etc.)