Sr Tax Accountant

Orange County, CA
$60,000 - $65,000 a year

Primary Responsibilities

  • Maintain required level of technical knowledge.

  • Prepare estimated federal and state income tax payments.

  • Research and prepare work papers for various books to tax differences.

  • Perform year-end accrual review and prepare the tax provision.

  • Prepare various federal and state income tax returns.

  • Prepare various personal property tax returns.

  • Prepare/Review other various tax filings: Annual reports, Intangible Tax, Sales and Use Tax.

  • Research projects.

  • Assist in federal and state audits.

  • Maintain our tax preparation system.

  • Keep abreast of current developments in the tax area.

  • Provide an information source in the tax area within the company.

  • Other tax projects as they arise.

  • Assist in financial planning and analysis.

Competencies

  • Analytical – Synthesizes complex and diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

  • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reasons even when dealing with emotional topics.

  • Technical skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

  • Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decision; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

  • Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

  • Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

  • Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

  • Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or two to four years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Experience working for a Big 4 public accounting firm is strongly preferred. Combination of public accounting and industry experience is preferable.

  • CPA required.

  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.

  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and Explorer Internet software; Pro System Fx or similar tax software.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 /year

Experience:

  • Tax: 3 years

License:

  • CPA

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