Senior Federal Tax Associate

American Cyber Systems - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Salt Lake City, UT

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Federal Tax Associate is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of federal and state income and franchise tax returns, as well as managing tax provisions and supporting documentation for audits. This role involves tax research, correspondence with taxing authorities, and various ad hoc projects, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and effective communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the federal and state income and franchise tax returns, quarterly estimates and extensions for the consolidated group, including assistance with the annual R&D credit.
• Prepare the company's monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provision computation and tax account reconciliation.
• Correspond with federal, state and local taxing authorities to resolve tax notices.
• Assist in gathering information and preparing workpapers necessary for any federal and state audits.
• Perform tax research, proactively monitor legislative changes and model tax outcomes for analysis.
• Perform other duties as they arise.

Requirements

• OneSource income tax compliance software knowledge required.
• Strong experience in ASC 740 preferred.
• Checkpoint, BNA Tax Research or similar online tax research engine knowledge preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint) required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate matters effectively with all levels of staff.
• High standards of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, strong sense of accountability, and desire for self-growth.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or Taxation is required.
• CPA required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of corporate tax experience in industry or public accounting.

Nice-to-haves

• ERP system experience (e.g. Oracle, Hyperion) preferred.