Senior Tax Associate

QTS Data Centers•Overland Park, KS

73d

About The Position

The Senior Tax Associate will be a contributing member of a tax department that is organized to provide research, expertise, recommendations, and resolutions in complex areas such as compliance, consulting, and planning. The position will report directly to a Tax Senior Manager and have an opportunity to engage in a growing, collaborative, and encouraging work environment; as well as demonstrate personal strengths as a tax professional.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent/relevant work experience.
Three or more years of relevant work experience.
Proficient in and/or working knowledge of Excel and tax research platforms (or other similar tax solutions).
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, audit principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control systems.
Knowledge and understanding of state and local reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Three or more years public accounting experience with Big 4 or large regional accounting firm.
Proficient in and/or working knowledge of Thomson Reuters income tax and Sage FAS

Responsibilities

Prepare tax incentive compliance reports.
Track key metrics for tax incentive compliance, including correspondence with tax authorities and QTS customers, as needed.
Coordinate with QTS government relations and tenants to support tenant enrollment in incentive programs.
Prepare and review, as needed, federal, international, state and local income tax filings; quarterly estimates; and extensions.
Preparation and review, as needed, of personal property tax reporting and real estate tax analysis.
Assist with sales tax compliance and audits.
Conduct tax research, assess regulatory compliance, and manage projects as they are assigned.
Supervise, train, and mentor tax associate(s) on assigned projects.
Ability to meet monthly, quarterly and annual goals, targets, and deadlines.
Demonstrate attention to detail and a capacity to manage shifting priorities.
Ability to prioritize and oversee multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Deliver effective communication with third parties on the Company’s behalf; and manage audit and discovery processes with tax authorities.
Assist with general administrative functions of the Tax Department.
Assist with Corporate accounting projects as needed.
Special projects, as necessary.