Sr. Tax Accountant

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Tax Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of various company tax filings, including Federal income tax, State income and franchise tax returns, Personal Property tax, Local income and excise tax returns, and Sales and Use tax returns. This role involves analyzing and reconciling intercompany activities and account balances, extracting financial data, and calculating the income tax provision for both individual operating groups and the consolidated entity. The accountant will also research tax issues affecting the company, adapt to changes in tax laws, and correspond with tax authorities regarding notices or audits. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in Accounting or Tax
• 5 years related experience in public accounting or industry
• Working knowledge of Federal Internal Revenue Code regulations
• Working knowledge of GAAP, various state/local tax regulations and foreign jurisdictions
• Strong knowledge of Excel, including VLOOKUP and PIVOT table formulas
• Detail oriented self-starter with the ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and complete work timely and accurately
• Strong problem solving, organizational and time management skills
• Solid research and writing skills (including workpaper documentation, memos and emails to internal and external parties)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Thompson Reuters “Income Tax” is a plus
• Working knowledge of freight forwarding/trucking business a plus
• CPA certification or Enrolled Agent preferred

Responsibilities

• Preparation of company tax filings to include: Federal income, State income and franchise tax returns (including composite returns), Personal Property tax renditions, Local income and excise tax returns, Sales and Use tax returns
• Analyze and reconcile intercompany activities and reconcile intercompany account balances
• Extract financial data and calculate income tax provision for each operating group and for the consolidated group
• Research tax issues affecting the company
• Identify and adapt to tax law changes in jurisdictions where the company operates
• Corresponds with local tax authorities concerning tax notices or audits as applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

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