Tax Accountant

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We provide a dynamic, hybrid work environment with onsite reporting at either our Glenview, IL or Pittsburgh, PA locations.

$57,622.00 - $92,195.00 annually

As the Tax Accountant you will assist with Wesco’s tax compliance, audits, tax provision, and tax planning.

• Gather data and complete calculations required to prepare US Federal or State tax forms related to your assigned team, including maintaining a comprehensive tax calendar of filing obligations and ensuring timely filing. Assist with related notices and audits by tax authorities.
• Develop knowledge of One Source tax compliance software and coordinate with outside service providers to complete assigned tax forms.
• Assist with tax planning for internal reorganizations, intercompany financing, distributions/repatriation modeling, etc.
• Research and document positions taken in the tax returns, including preparation of written memoranda.
• Maintain, update, and enhance tax workplans and processes for compliance and financial reporting.
• Become proficient and utilize current technology/software solutions such as Alteryx, Orbitax and others to create efficiencies in data preparation and analysis.
• Monitor developments in tax law specific to your assigned team and assist in implementing changes required to comply and/or adapt to new laws/requirements.
• Ensure compliance and maintain internal controls under Sarbanes‑Oxley Section 404 for the tax compliance and planning processes ensuring no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses.
• Coach, train and mentor junior staff including interns or less experienced Tax Accountants.
• If assigned to the international tax team:
  Assist with analysis and modeling of all aspects of U.S. international taxation, including foreign source income and expenses, GILTI, FDII, Subpart F, Section 163(j), and foreign tax credits; identify and report intercompany transactions for country‑by‑country reporting and mandatory disclosure requirements; coordinate with foreign tax and accounting staff to gather and review foreign entity information utilized in the U.S. tax compliance and reporting.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 1 year of tax experience (internships) required; 3 years preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices and their application.
• Knowledge of pertinent tax laws, codes, and regulations.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong office and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to research and analyze a variety of information.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

$57,622 – $92,195 annually, with potential bonus and equity components. Additional benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, and retirement savings plans.

Wesco builds, connects, powers and protects the world. With over 20,000 people worldwide, we foster a culture of teamwork and respect, offering comprehensive benefits and community engagement.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. U.S. applicants only; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.