Sr. Tax Accountant (US Remote, EST work hours)

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Who You Are:
The Senior Tax Accountant will be working closely with the US Tax Director and responsible for various assignments and projects associated primarily with direct taxes, including: 1) Assisting in preparing the Company’s quarterly income tax provision and cash tax projections; 2) Gathering data and information necessary to prepare tax calculations, such as state apportionment and book-to-tax reconciliations; 3) Working with external tax preparer on the Company’s federal and state income tax compliance; 4) Review or preparation of all or specifically assigned tax returns and related reports; 5) Preparing income tax extensions and quarterly estimated tax payments; 6) Maintaining tax records and tracking tax filing deadlines; 7) Assisting with tax audits and notices; and 8) Assisting with other projects as needed.

What You'll Do:

• Preparation of quarterly income tax provision
• Assist with the preparation and review of the US Federal and state/local income tax calculations and filings
• Prepare quarterly estimated income tax payments and income tax extensions
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax-related forecasts
• Assist with tax audits, tax notices, and other projects as needed

What You May Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred
• 3-4 years’ experience in Corporate Tax Department or Public Accounting Firm
• 3-4 years of federal and state corporate income tax experience
• 1-2 years Income tax provision experience
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, etc.
• Detail oriented, good organization skills, and ability to multi-task
• Experience with Oracle accounting system is a plus
• Experience with OneSource Tax Provision Software is a plus

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The salary range for this position is approximately $80,000-100,000 base annually. This range reflects our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

United States Equal Opportunity Employment:

First Advantage is proud to be a global leader in removing barriers and supporting our community members to ensure the changing demographics of the workforce are reflected in our hiring and employment practices. We value all of our candidates, employees, and clients, and place great emphasis on hiring and supporting qualified individuals in each role. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other area protected by applicable law.