Senior Federal Tax Accountant

Company Summary Echo Star  is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Department Summary Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities This role addresses the increasing complexity of federal income tax compliance and the necessity for precision in estimated tax reporting. The Senior Tax Accountant will solve data fragmentation issues by bridging workflows between the tax, accounting, and legal departments to ensure financial accuracy. By optimizing tax calculations, supporting controversy matters, and embracing cutting-edge technology, this individual ensures the company maintains a robust and compliant tax posture in a fast-paced regulatory environment.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, exceptionally proficient in Excel, and enthusiastic about integrating AI tools to streamline workflows and modernize traditional tax data management.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives)
Prepare and review federal corporate income tax work papers and returns to guarantee total compliance with regulatory filing deadlines

Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments accurately to facilitate optimal corporate cash flow management

Support tax audits seamlessly by delivering organized documentation and proactive assistance with controversy matters and Information Document Requests Execute quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations (ASC 740) reliably to support corporate financial reporting OKRs and maintain strict internal controls

Collaborate strategically with external tax consultants to ensure successful delivery of specialized tax projects, including R&D credits and strategic tax planning

Apply AI tools to streamline tax data extraction, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of routine compliance tasks

Skills, Experience and Requirements Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring)
Advanced skills in building complex financial models and utilizing high-level Excel functions for in-depth data analysis

Technical competence in corporate tax compliance software and data blending platforms like Alteryx to modernize data workflows

Strong collaboration and professional communication skills required to partner effectively with accounting, legal, and external advisory personnel

The ability to maintain organized workflows and dynamically reset priorities within a fluid, multi-project environment AI literacy and the practical ability to apply automated solutions to improve tax department efficiency and data accuracyA proven track record of interpreting financial data for provision calculations, forecasting estimated payments, and navigating corporate tax compliance workflows

Additional Qualifications Exposure to One Stream, Orbit Analytics, or similar enterprise performance management applications

Working knowledge of Longview or Corp Tax platforms

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or an equivalent field of study

Minimum Experience:

3 years of experience in corporate tax compliance within public accounting or a multinational corporate environment

Required Technical

Skills:

Advanced Excel (Complex modeling and formulas)
Corporate Tax Data Management…