Senior Tax Accountant

Position Summary

We currently have a great opportunity for a Tax Accountant who will effectively work with the tax team on quarterly, multi-state, international, and federal tax filings. Experience with US federal and international compliance and provision is an important component of the responsibilities for this role, as are advanced MS Excel skills. 

 
Key Accountabilities
• Prepared taxable income computations to be used in the tax return and provision
• Provide information to outside service providers in order to complete the consolidated federal and international income tax returns 
• Prepare, calculate and document various portions of the current and deferred tax provision

• Support state, federal, and international income tax audits and prepare responses for appeals and government information requests
• Create electronic work papers and information gathering questionnaires
• Research best tax compliance practices and create compliance routines in accordance with changing tax laws
• Prepare/review federal, state, and international tax filings
• Monitor and interpret tax law changes and the impact on tax positions
• Maintain documentation in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Maintain and reconcile tax general ledger accounts
• Additional duties as assigned 

Skills, Abilities, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, CPA preferred
• 4+ years’ experience in a corporate environment or public accounting firm
• Knowledge of federal, state, & international tax filing issues and process
• Knowledge of applicable tax laws required
• Ability to adhere to inflexible deadlines for tax reporting
• Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, and decision making skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner, ensuring compliance requirements are consistently met
• Ability to prioritize, problem solve, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with all levels internally and externally
• Demonstrated ability to pay strict attention to detail, with a commitment to delivery of quality and accurate work products
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team with little supervision
• Demonstrated ability to consistently display a positive attitude, and willingness to work effectively and efficiently within an environment where priorities constantly change
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience with Onesource Tax Provision (OTP), a plus

• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States
• Ability to pass a thorough background check 

Work Environment, Physical & Mental Demands

• Ability to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Must utilize visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week from the Company’s Houston, Texas corporate office