Senior Tax Accountant

The Senior Income Tax Accountant is responsible for assisting the Senior Director in gathering of data, preparation and filing of all income tax returns. This position is also responsible for conducting tax research, assisting with income tax accounting under ASC 740 and with the development, implementation, and execution of efficient processes.

This individual should effectively exhibit JD Sports core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following key duties:

Duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Prepares and reviews federal, state and local income tax work papers and returns using One Source Income Tax with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Work with income tax accountant with monthly analysis of fixed assets and calculation of tax depreciation.
• Assist with preparation of the half-year and annual income tax provision in accordance with ASC 740.
• Assist with the preparation of estimated payments and submitting payments online
• Assist with audits as required
• Participate in special projects and responsibilities as assigned
• Assist other department members as needed

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 3-5 years of related experience. CPA preferred.
• Tax Compliance experience required.
• ASC 740 experience preferred.

Required Computer and/or Technical Skills

Should have basic to intermediate knowledge and abilities with Excel. Knowledge with Onesource and Alteryx preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
• Use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and/or hear
• Walk or move from one location to another regularly
• Periodically may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.
• Average work week is 40 hrs, which can vary depending on business need.
• Flexible work arrangements are available
• Work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to be a team player and is customer service driven.
• Ability to complete work in advance of deadlines.
• Self motivated with good organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills.
• Desire to learn and excel.
• Basic knowledge of:
  Excel, Access, Onesource and Alteryx.
• Able to perform research using on-line tax law databases.
• Good presentation and communication skills.