Tax Senior Accountant; State Taxes

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As part of National Finance, the Senior Tax Accountant is a member of an expanding team focused on providing corporate tax compliance that meets applicable federal, state, and local tax laws for BDO USA. The individual is responsible for preparing federal tax items and various state tax returns and support, communicating internally with other BDO USA departments and externally with vendors and government agents on issues of tax compliance and processes.

This position is part of the firm’s corporate tax department with no pressure to build a book of business.

• Acts as an SME (subject matter expert) in state income taxes, coordinates and plans, prepares for, and executes the various state income tax projects from beginning to end.
• Gathers necessary data and information to prepare corporate federal, state, and local tax returns, as assigned.
• Prepares quarterly tax projections for federal, state, and local income tax estimated payments and tax extensions.
• Researches complex tax questions and communicates findings effectively and implements results on various state and/or local tax returns.
• Gathers required information and drafts communications to respond to notices from various tax authorities.
• Prepares tax returns using One Source OIT.
• Prepares work papers computing the state income tax provision and enters in One Source OPT, as needed.
• Acts as the contact for state and local income tax audits.
• Assists in the preparation of personal property tax returns and associated processing of personal property tax payments.
• Leads the process of determining the amount for federal & state tax depreciation by entering into the tax department’s associated fixed asset tool.
• Reconciles various tax accounts within the general ledger and coordinates the associated JEs within the month‑end close process.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance, preferred.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance, preferred.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred.

• Four (4) or more years of experience in a public accounting tax team or a corporate tax department, required.
• Experience preparing Federal and State corporate income tax returns, required.

• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), preferred.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required.
• Prior experience utilizing One Source (OIT & OPT) or other Corp Tax income tax software, required.
• Prior experience utilizing Oracle or One Stream financial tools, preferred.

• Ability to oversee projects with limited supervision.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of BDO USA’s activities as they relate to associated tax positions.
• Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels within BDO USA.
• Ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment, and handle multiple projects/tasks with an attention to detail.
• Ability to successfully multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

Individual salaries are determined after consideration of numerous factors including, but not limited to, the qualifications, experience, skills, and geography of the candidate.

National Range: $75,000 - $95,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Maryland Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.