Tax Accountant

JOB SUMMARY:   The Tax Accountant reports directly to the Vice President, Tax, and supports the Tax Director, Lead Tax Account and Tax Analyst.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job or position.  Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately.  An associate might or might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
• Associates are held accountable for successful job performance.  Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.
• In performing functions, duties or tasks, associates are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations.  Associates are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures.  In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, associates are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

 

• Prepare federal, multi-state and city corporate estimated taxes, tax extensions and returns using OneSource Income Tax
• Prepare and submit tax payment requests to Accounts Payable
• Prepare and compile tax return and tax provision data and reports
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax audits including researching tax issues, gathering information, preparing schedules, and communicating with tax authorities
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provisions
• Responsible for meeting required deadlines

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (business or finance)
• Minimum 1 year of work experience with a CPA firm or a corporate accounting/tax department
• Basic corporate income tax experience and desire to gain more tax experience
• OneSource Income Tax compliance experience is preferred
• Public accounting firm experience is a plus
• Oracle experience is a plus

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• Intermediate Excel skills and proficient with spreadsheets
• Basic Word and Outlook skills
• Solid written and oral communication skills
• Ability to process large amount of data with attention to detail
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to learn

 

Working Conditions and Physical/Mental Demands

With or without reasonable accommodation, a candidate must have the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions described.  In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
• Computer usage
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information
• Regular talking and hearing
• Frequent sitting
• Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Required flexibility with work hours and schedule as the need arises
• Hybrid work schedule with minimum 3 days in the office

 

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable le