State Income Tax Senior

State Income Tax Senior

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced State Income Tax Senior to join our dynamic tax team. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of our domestic income tax compliance team. This role will provide support for other areas such as Tax Reporting and the related Accounting for Income Taxes (ASC 740). This position offers excellent opportunity and career development for the tax professional.

State Income Tax Compliance

• Preparation and filing of multi-state consolidated, unitary and separate income tax returns.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of extensions and estimated payments.
• Prepare supporting documentation and work papers for relevant tax returns.
• Work with other members of the tax department to coordinate completion of all required forms.
• Respond to tax notices as necessary.

Plan, Direct and execute tax accounting for primary area of subject matter expertise

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of tax account roll forwards and reconciliations
• Prepare current and deferred tax provision
• Prepare rate reconciliation

Audit Management

• Assist with state income tax audits, including responding to information requests.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of state income tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements in accordance with ASC 740.

Train and development

• Provide training and support to junior staff members
• Manage staff deliverables in accordance with due dates on tax calendar and overall tax department objectives
• Review, evaluate, and ensure accuracy of staff work and provide technical feedback

Process Improvement

• Take active ownership for knowledge of software, processes, and workflows, as they relate to the overall State & Local Income Tax functional area
• Actively seek & design process improvements related to all compliance & tax accounting activities
• Maximize use of existing tax software throughout provision and compliance process

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or MST certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in state income tax compliance and planning, preferably in a corporate environment or public accounting firm.

• Solid theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of state and local income tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate and quantify the financial impact of state tax issues.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting.
• Strong technology skills, Corptax software experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal (written and oral) skills and ability to inform, educate, and influence others to support corporate goals and objectives.
• Must be self-motivated and willing to learn new skills.
• Must be a team player, working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks and meet deadlines.