A large, profitable, and stable publicly traded company with international operations is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its team.
The Tax Accountant will be involved in various tax compliance, consulting, and planning issues on federal, state, and international tax matters.
The Tax Accountant will be accountable for the following activities: Support the tax compliance process, including preparation and filing of federal and state returns.
Support the tax accounting process, utilizing knowledge of FIN 48 and FAS 109.
Assist with the tax provision process.
Review the calculations behind consolidated federal, state, and international tax returns.
Determine appropriate consolidating entries for top consolidation.
Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and international tax laws, regulations and current tax developments.
Support the tax side of the global budgeting and forecasting process.
Analyze accounting and tax information and support locations on variance explanations.
Develop relationship with various tax, business and accounting personnel throughout the company to gather and analyze data needed for tax compliance.
Gather documentation to respond to IRS information document requests.
Research issues relating to tax compliance matters.
Obtain a thorough understanding of key internal financial reporting and tax compliance software capabilities and reporting functions.
Provide assistance with tax audits through information gathering and status documentation.
The successful candidate will have the following: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA certification and/or advance degree (MST) is a plus.
At least two years of prior tax experience in public accounting or within a corporate tax department.
Big 4 experience preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and tax software applications.
Strong accounting knowledge with US GAAP.
IFRS knowledge a plus.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
Strong communication skills.
On top of the exciting career opportunity, we also offer an excellent compensation/benefit package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as 401 K, profit sharing, bonus potential and tuition reimbursement.
Please apply now for immediate consideration.
Tax Accountant – Corporate Job in Chicago 60606, Illinois US