Accountant, Tax Compliance

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Ridgeland, MStime type:
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Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R0000708
** Our Vision:
Be the best at what we do. Our Mission:
Improve lives through technology.
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* Summary:

**“Customer Inspired” isn’t our slogan — it’s our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to engage the exceptional and embrace operational excellence to best deliver connectivity and technology solutions that advance our communities and customers’ lives. It’s a challenging goal, but we have a winning team that is looking to grow.
As an Accountant, Tax Compliance, you will support the income tax compliance and tax accounting cycles through collaboration with the Tax Department and cross-functional business partners. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of tax reporting, maintaining accurate tax-related financial records, and supporting federal and state compliance efforts while contributing to special tax planning initiatives.
** Responsibilities:
**** What You Will Do
** In all of your duties, you will have a relentless, obsessive, yet disciplined approach to manage all details to perfection and deliver desired results.
• Assist with maintaining general ledger balances for selected tax accounts, including preparation and review of related reconciliations.  
• Maintain tax books within the fixed asset accounting system to ensure accurate tax depreciation and compliance reporting.  
• Gather data and assist with preparation of tax provision and income tax return work papers.  
• Prepare federal and state income tax returns, including quarterly estimates and extensions.  
• Support tax research efforts and assist with special tax planning projects as needed.  
• Collaborate with internal departments to collect and validate data necessary for accurate tax reporting.  
• Assist in responding to tax authority inquiries and support audit documentation as required.  
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations and company policies.  
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned to support the Tax Department and Finance organization.

This position is an exceptional introduction to corporate tax compliance and accounting operations, offering the opportunity to gain exposure to complex tax matters within a dynamic organization. From Accountant, Tax Compliance, you will have a perfect springboard into broader finance and accounting leadership roles at C Spire and develop robust career skills.
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* Qualifications:

**** What You Will Bring
** As a C Spire team member you will bring a relentless obsession to be the best in our industry and a winning mentality, determined to outsmart and outdo competitors. You will have a single-minded commitment to unbeatable internal customer and external candidate experience. To support our Finance and Tax team, you will have an unapologetic passion for innovation and technology and an uncompromising drive toward continuous  addition to that, we require:  
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Accounting.  
• CPA or CPA-eligible.  
• 1–2 years of public accounting or corporate tax experience.  
• Excellent organizational, computer, and communication skills.  
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

We will give special consideration to candidates who have:  
• Master of Taxation degree.  
• Advanced data analytical skills using Microsoft Excel and/or other financial software tools.
** What You Will Gain
** A great workplace needs more than dental coverage, though we provide that and excellent health insurance. But that’s just the start. We make sure working at C Spire is the best career experience around. And Forbes has named us one of America’s Best Midsize Employers multiple times because of it.

For our full-time employees we offer:  
• Competitive Compensation Package  
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance  
• Tuition Assistance Programs  
• Complimentary Wireless Service & Device   
• 401k Match  
• Teladoc Telemedicine  
• Well Beacon Wellness Program  
• Paid Talent Referral Opportunities  
• Tailored learning paths for every position
** Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
** Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use a computer keyboard and/or mouse while viewing a computer screen. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds and have finger/wrist/arm mobility and finger dexterity. Must be able to work a flexible schedule shared by other department members, including occasional after-hours or weekend work as needed.
* Complimentary wireless service and device available to team members in our wireless footprint.
** If you want to work hard, achieve a lot, and make a difference, then C Spire is the place for you.*[](blob:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)0:00 / 3:28### Get in Touch Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.
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