Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Prepares initial tax returns, maintains company tax records, prepares filings for tax refunds, and researches inquiries from government agencies regarding filings, compliance, and other claims. Researches methods and presents proposals to lessen tax liability through the use of laws and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Prepares local, state and federal tax returns.
• Prepares statistical and financial reports, both on a regular and a specially assigned basis.
• Prepares and analyzes tax records and reports.
• Prepares claims for tax refunds.
• Maintains company tax records and files.
• Keeps current on tax laws and regulations.
• Position may provide functional advice or training to less- experienced tax accountants.

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

• Excellent knowledge of all finance, financial planning, accounting and tax areas of a business.
• Thorough knowledge of SEC and IRS reporting requirements.
• Skilled in math application.
• Excellent time management, communication, decision-making, presentation, human relations, and organizational skills.
• PCs, financial spreadsheet and accounting software.

Typical Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; MBT preferred

Typical Range of Experience

• 6-8 years of related accounting experience. Specialized certifications in tax preparation and compliance preferred.

License or Certification

• CPA preferred

COMPLEXITIES & IMPACT

• Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and established policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots a wide variety of complex problems and identifies solutions within broad application and functional expertise.
• Regularly makes recommendations to department processes.
• Sets objectives for project goals and monitors project to achieve those goals.
• Influences department processes and procedures.
• Negotiates, persuades and gains consensus from cross functional team.
• Errors may cause significant delay of process development or poor process development.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED OR EXTENDED

• Works under general direction.
• Mentors and advises less experienced Analysts, monitoring project status.
• Leverages a wide range of additional resources to define resources to confirm solution or explore customized applications as a solution.
• No Responsibility for the supervision of others

Salary Range: $82,950.00 - $110,550 annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

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