Senior Tax Accountant- Hybrid Schedule - Buckingham Search
Schaumburg, IL 60159
About the Job
Our team is partnered with a publicly-traded holding company; they provide large-scale electrical construction services throughout the U.S. and western Canada – they are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their team!
- Company is growing - several acquisitions over the years expanding their state presence and new areas of focus (solar energy)
- Not a compliance role. Compliance is co-sourced so this person will be doing provisions, research, quarterly estimates, etc.
- Team is going through transformations - analyzing and rebuilding processes, making things better. Improvement mindset
- Long-term growth potential. Room for this person to grow into a manager after a few years.
- We've worked with the manager as a candidate and he is a very nice guy, excited to teach/help someone grow
- GREAT benefits. Low health premiums, 6% 401K match, stipends for health/wellness, etc
- This opportunity includes competitive compensation + generous benefits and a hybrid work schedule.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
- Play an active role in preparing provisions for federal and state taxes, rate reconciliations, and reserves for uncertain tax positions
- Assist with calculation and preparation of quarterly corporate income tax estimated tax payments and extensions
- Prepare schedules for federal, state and local income tax filings
- Prepare property tax returns, Sales and Use tax returns, annual reports, and other miscellaneous filings as required.
- Provide support during any tax audits
- Manage fixed asset depreciation calculation for tax purposes
- Remain informed with respect to tax law developments and their impact on the Company
- Assist Tax Managers and Director of Tax with special tax projects as needed
- Assist with accounting/finance responsibilities as needed
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience as a Tax Accountant
- Solid background in U.S. corporate tax compliance, GAAP, and other related U.S. accounting standards
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting; MBT (Master in Business Taxation) degree preferred
- CPA license strongly preferred
Source : Buckingham Search