Senior Tax Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing the company’s tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities. This role ensures accurate and timely filing of federal, state, and local tax returns while supporting strategic tax initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns
• Manage sales and use tax compliance, including multi-state filings and audits
• Calculate quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts
• Auxiliary with fixed asset and depreciation schedules, including tax vs. book differences
• Auxiliary with R&D tax credits, capital investment incentives, and manufacturing-specific tax benefits
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess impact on the organization
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and filings
• Respond to tax notices and manage tax audits from various jurisdictions
• Auxiliary with transfer pricing documentation if applicable
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and tax savings strategies
• Auxiliary with special projects, including system implementations or acquisitions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA license (preferred)
• 4–7+ years of progressive tax experience (public accounting or corporate)
• Experience in manufacturing or inventory-based environments strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax regulations
• Experience with tax provision software (OneSource) and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills