Senior Tax Accountant

American Century Investments • Kansas City, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

American Century Investments is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Tax Accountant to join their Tax Accounting team. This role is responsible for tax accounting and compliance, technical tax research, planning, audits, and other tax-related initiatives. The Senior Tax Accountant will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to analyze business activities, ensure proper tax treatment, and support strategic decision-making. This is a hybrid position based out of their Kansas City, MO office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA required.
• 3+ years of experience in tax (public accounting and/or industry).
• Strong knowledge of income tax accounting, including ASC 740.
• Advanced Excel skills and overall proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teams.
• Self-starter who can manage priorities independently while collaborating effectively.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
• Public accounting experience.
• Exposure to international tax concepts and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including related financial statement disclosures.
• Manage preparation of federal, state, local, and international tax filings.
• Calculate and prepare estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Maintain a compliance calendar to ensure all filings are completed accurately and on time.
• Support tax audits, notices, and information requests.
• Partner with external tax advisors on domestic and international compliance and consulting matters.
• Identify opportunities to enhance tax processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain documented internal controls over tax processes.
• Contribute to tax planning initiatives and evaluate positions to optimize outcomes.
• Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and rulings; clearly communicate conclusions and recommendations.
• Stay current on tax developments and assess the impact of new legislation on the business.
• Evaluate tax implications of business initiatives and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO
• Competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Formal mentorship program
• Live and online learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior