Senior Tax Accountant
Superior Essex•Sandy Springs, GA
About The Position
The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing the company’s tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities. This role ensures accurate and timely filing of federal, state, and local tax returns while supporting strategic tax initiatives. This position plays a key role in areas such as inventory, cost accounting impacts, multi-state taxation, and tax credits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field
- 4–7+ years of progressive tax experience (public accounting or corporate)
- Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax regulations
- Experience with tax provision software (e.g., OneSource, Corptax) and ERP systems
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills across finance and operations teams
- Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
- Knowledge of tax laws at the local, state, and federal level
- Microsoft Office Suite
Nice To Haves
- CPA license
- Experience in manufacturing or inventory-based environments strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns
- Manage sales and use tax compliance, including multi-state filings and audits
- Calculate quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with GAAP
- Maintain and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts
- Support fixed asset and depreciation schedules, including tax vs. book differences
- Assist with R&D tax credits, capital investment incentives, and manufacturing-specific tax benefits
- Monitor changes in tax laws and assess impact on the organization
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and filings
- Respond to tax notices and manage tax audits from various jurisdictions
- Support transfer pricing documentation if applicable
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and tax savings strategies
- Assist with special projects, including system implementations or acquisitions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
