Senior Tax Associate

WHO WE ARE:

It’s pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world‑class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

The Senior Tax Associate will be a contributing member of a tax department that is organized to provide research, expertise, recommendations, and resolutions in complex areas such as compliance, consulting, and planning. The position will report directly to a Tax Senior Manager and have an opportunity to engage in a growing, collaborative, and encouraging work environment; as well as demonstrate personal strengths as a tax professional.

• Prepare tax incentive compliance reports.
• Track key metrics for tax incentive compliance, including correspondence with tax authorities and QTS customers, as needed.
• Coordinate with QTS government relations and tenants to support tenant enrollment in incentive programs.
• Prepare and review, as needed, federal, international, state and local income tax filings; quarterly estimates; and extensions.
• Preparation and review, as needed, of personal property tax reporting and real estate tax analysis.
• Assist with sales tax compliance and audits.
• Conduct tax research, assess regulatory compliance, and manage projects as they are assigned.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tax associate(s) on assigned projects.
• Ability to meet monthly, quarterly and annual goals, targets, and deadlines.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and a capacity to manage shifting priorities.
• Ability to prioritize and oversee multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Deliver effective communication with third parties on the Company’s behalf; and manage audit and discovery processes with tax authorities.
• Assist with general administrative functions of the Tax Department.
• Assist with Corporate accounting projects as needed.
• Special projects, as necessary.

• Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent/relevant work experience.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in and/or working knowledge of Excel and tax research platforms (or other similar tax solutions).
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, audit principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of state and local reporting requirements.

• CPA.
• Three or more years public accounting experience with Big 4 or large regional accounting firm.
• Proficient in and/or working knowledge of Thomson Reuters income tax and Sage FAS.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Employer Paid Benefits
• 401K with Employer Match
• QRest Sabbatical
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• This position is Bonus eligible.

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