Sr. Tax Accountant

Crane Company•Stamford, CT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Tax Accountant will lead and manage tax compliance and tax provision functions for Crane Co. and its subsidiaries. This role supports a publicly traded company operating across a complex global organization, collaborating with teams in more than eight business segments. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders in Tax, Finance, and Legal to provide strategic tax guidance, support business objectives, improve processes, and maintain strong governance and reporting practices. The position is on-site in Stamford, Connecticut.

Requirements

At least three years of corporate tax experience.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Experience preparing federal and state tax returns.
Strong Excel skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Detail-oriented, with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently with limited supervision.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree and/or CPA.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review the Company’s consolidated federal income tax return, including Schedule M-3 adjustments, separate entity and sub-consolidated pro forma Forms 1120, and supporting schedules and disclosures.
Coordinate information requests and follow-ups with business units.
Prepare quarterly and year-end federal income tax provision calculations under ASC 740 and assist with the state tax provision.
Assist in preparing the Company’s consolidated and combined state tax returns.
Review and analyze state apportionment data from business unit tax binders.
Maintain the nexus study analysis book, including registrations, withdrawals, and filing positions.
Manage state tax payments in collaboration with Treasury.
Prepare and review federal quarterly estimated tax payments and extensions.
Assist with federal, state, and local tax audits as needed.
Support tax planning initiatives and special projects led by the tax management team.