Corporate Tax Accountant

Lennox International•Richardson, TX

1d•$81,600 - $107,100

About The Position

Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us. What Drives Success The Senior Tax Planning Accountant will support the corporate tax department primarily in the following areas: tax planning and special projects, federal/state/international audit defense work, and federal and state tax compliance projects. Prepare and analyze support for complex planning projects associated with the implementation of the company’s tax planning strategies. Assist with special tax planning projects related to the quarterly and annual tax provision including data analysis and journal entry preparation. Management of responses to tax notices, exam information requests and other correspondence related to state and international tax audits. Assist with the preparation of the Country-by-Country report and Master File for the federal tax return. Work closely with teams across the company to collect and keep up-to-date key tax related information. Assist in preparing federal and state tax returns and workpapers in coordination with tax operations team as needed. Other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Three to five years previous tax experience, preferably two+ years in public accounting or large corporate tax department.
Strong proficiency in Excel
Demonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team; flexibility and ability to work under pressure.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize assignments, and meet critical and established deadlines.
Demonstrates analytical skills with attention to detail.
Learns quickly/implements new procedures, software tools, etc.
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and adjust priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Masters in Tax preferred
CPA or CPA candidate
Experience with accounting and tax software systems (Hyperion, SAP and Corptax) a plus

Responsibilities

Support the corporate tax department primarily in the following areas: tax planning and special projects, federal/state/international audit defense work, and federal and state tax compliance projects.
Prepare and analyze support for complex planning projects associated with the implementation of the company’s tax planning strategies.
Assist with special tax planning projects related to the quarterly and annual tax provision including data analysis and journal entry preparation.
Management of responses to tax notices, exam information requests and other correspondence related to state and international tax audits.
Assist with the preparation of the Country-by-Country report and Master File for the federal tax return.
Work closely with teams across the company to collect and keep up-to-date key tax related information.
Assist in preparing federal and state tax returns and workpapers in coordination with tax operations team as needed.
Other projects and duties as assigned.