Tax Accountant

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares, reviews and files various reports for federal, state and local reporting as well as other areas of tax compliance (monthly, quarterly, annually)
• Maintains current knowledge of tax laws, updates and revisions and informs management of issues affecting FIS
• Reviews proposals for tax implications and recommends actions that meet business plans while managing tax liability
• Investigates and reconciles discrepancies
• Anticipates potential tax filing conflicts and resolves before returns are filed, i e , acquisitions, fixed purchase option leases, etc
• Reconciles any year-end balances and recover any tax overpayments
• Requests refunds for dual taxation, incorrect assessment and exempt property
• Assists with tax audits
• Monitors internal reporting software database for integrity and maintenance
• Other related duties assigned as needed

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
• Remain knowledgeable on current tax regulations.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good understanding of generally accepted accounting principles as well as company accounting policies, procedures and standards
• Knowledge of federal, state and local income, use and sales tax concepts, practices and procedures for multiple entities in multiple jurisdictions
• Communicates ideas both verbally and in written form in a clear, concise and professional manner Ability to analyze and solve problems using learned techniques and tools Analytical and statistical examination skills
• Ability to understand and apply learned concepts Attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish work to ensure critical deadlines are met
• Ability to create spreadsheets and demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and accounting software Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients and publicFIS

JOB LEVEL DESCRIPTION

• Career level professional role
• Moderate skills with high level of proficiency
• Works under general supervision with increased latitude for independent judgment
• Identifies non-routine issues and routes/escalates to appropriate team member
• Works on multiple concurrent projects of medium complexity
• Is an active team member, contributes to complex projects to gain experience, shares ideas and suggests process improvements appropriate for level of experience
• Consults with senior peers on semi-complex processes to learn through experience
• Certification may be required