Tax Associate

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The Tax Associate will be a contributing member of a tax department that is organized to provide research, expertise, recommendations, and resolutions in complex areas such as compliance, consulting, and planning.  The position will report directly to a Tax Manager or Tax Director and have an opportunity to engage in a growing, collaborative, and encouraging work environment; as well as demonstrate personal strengths as a tax professional.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare federal, international, state and local income tax filings; quarterly estimates; and extensions.
• Balance, analyze, prepare, and/or process asset sales, disposals, general ledger accounts, tax returns, invoices, and quarterly provisions.
• Assist with REIT compliance and testing.
• Assist with preparation of personal property tax reporting and real estate tax analysis.
• Prepare sales tax reporting.
• Ability to meet monthly, quarterly and annual goals, targets, and deadlines.
• Deliver effective communication with third parties on the Company’s behalf; and manage audit and discovery processes with tax authorities.
• Assist with general administrative functions of the Tax Department.
• Work closely with the entire tax team and other key departments within the Company as needed.
• Special projects, as necessary.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent/relevant work experience.
• Two or more years of relevant work experience.
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two or more years public accounting experience with Big 4.
• State and local tax preparation and reporting experience.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Thomson Reuters income tax, Sage FAS, and tax research platforms (or other similar tax solutions).
• Familiarity with IRS reporting requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task.
• Must be comfortable dealing with issues and topics outside of their traditional tax training and running projects fully from start to completion.

TOTAL REWARDS

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• This position is Bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.  We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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