Senior Tax Accountant

Metropolis • Chicago, IL

91d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Metropolis is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to work under the Director of Tax overseeing sales/use and parking tax compliance and related activities. The position will be responsible for supervising tax accountants and interns, reviewing and assisting with the preparation of tax returns, audits, and ensuring timely and accurate filings. Key responsibilities include data gathering for audits, reviewing monthly use tax calculations, performing account analyses, and researching new tax laws to assess their impact on the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
• 2+ years experience in a Corporate Tax Department or Public Accounting Firm, including 2+ years preparing sales and use tax returns
• Prior use of a tax research tool such as RIA Checkpoint or CCH Intelliconnect
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc), and accurate data tracking across multiple files
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in fast-pace, multi-project environment
• Ability to work independently and to adhere to deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise Tax Accountant and Interns in the sales/use and parking tax process
• Review sales/use and parking tax returns prepared by tax staff
• Assist in the preparation of sales/use and parking tax returns
• Assist with data gathering for sales/use and parking tax audits
• Review monthly use tax calculation and perform monthly account analysis
• Research new tax laws and the impact to the company
• Assist in the Preparation of Federal/State Partnership Returns
• Respond to taxing jurisdiction notices
• Assist with customary tax department compliance work including tax research
• Handle oral and written correspondence from field personnel

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Lucrative stock option plan
• Bonus plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees