Income Tax Senior Associate

Company Description

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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Job Description

We have a great opportunity for an Income Tax Senior Associate to join our growing team! The Income Tax Senior Associate works closely with other departments to compile the necessary information to ensure the alignment of Corporate, State and Local tax. This is a unique chance to join a growing organization with robust potential to launch your career!

As Income Tax Senior Associate, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assist in tax provision calculations for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Gather relevant accounting and financial data, apply requisite tax laws/regulations and input results into supporting work papers and tax applications
• Prepare federal and state income and franchise tax returns and related work papers, as well as other necessary tax filings, including estimated payments, extensions, etc.
• Conduct tax research and draft memorandums to support tax filing positions, analyze tax issues and developments, as required 
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, with the objective of increasing efficiencies within the compliance process 
• Work closely with accounting, finance, and management to ensure strategic alignment of the tax function with other business units 
• Work under moderate supervision while demonstrating strong self-review skills 
• Prepare responses to inquiries from taxing authorities 
• Willingness to learn indirect taxes   

Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• 2+ years of experience and a strong background in the accounting for income taxes (ASC740), federal taxation of U.S. corporations and consolidated groups, with general knowledge of partnership taxation  
•  A thorough knowledge of a variety of state and local tax jurisdictions 
• CPA certification or candidate preferred
• Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation preferred
• Big 4 or large corporate tax experience 
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid knowledge of Corporate Tax software or equivalent
• Strong experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and web-based tax research tool
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that is fast paced and demanding

Bonus Points for: 

• Experience with SAP and SharePoint
• Solid knowledge of OneSource Tax Provision or equivalent

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Additional Information

WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.