Tax Provision Compliance

Job Title: Income Tax Provision Consultant
Location: Denver, CO (Hybrid)
Duration: Mid-March – Mid-July
Position Type: Contract / Consulting Engagement
Hourly Rate: $50-75/hour
Reports To: Tax Director or Senior Tax Manager

We are seeking an experienced Income Tax Provision Consultant to assist with quarterly and annual tax provision processes under ASC 740. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate income tax accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting for U.S. GAAP. This role will support the tax department in preparing accurate tax provisions, analyzing deferred tax assets/liabilities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
• Calculate and analyze current and deferred tax balances
  , including valuation allowances.
• Assist with FIN 48 (uncertain tax positions) analysis and documentation.
• Support tax account reconciliations
  , journal entries, and reporting for financial statements.
• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly and year-end reviews.
• Research and resolve tax accounting issues and provide technical guidance on complex transactions.
• Assist with state and federal income tax compliance and provision-to-return true-up adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and maintain documentation for internal audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MST preferred.
• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience
  , including ASC 740 provisions.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP tax accounting and federal/state income tax regulations preferred.
• Proficiency in One Source Tax Provision, Corp Tax, or similar tax software
  .
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Public accounting (Big 4 or regional firm) and/or large corporate tax department experience.
• Exposure to international tax provisions and foreign entity reporting.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.

• Duration: 3 months (with potential extension)
• Hourly Rate: Competitive, based on experience

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