Tax Accountant - Senior
Cummins•Columbus, IN
•$78,800 - $118,200•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to support a broad range of tax accounting, compliance, and operational activities. This role will primarily focus on tax accounting and federal compliance, while also supporting state tax, international reporting, and audit activities. The position will play a key role in ensuring accurate, audit-ready reporting, strong coordination with internal stakeholders, and effective collaboration with external advisors.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- CPA or MST preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in corporate tax accounting
- Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws and regulations
- Experience with tax provision software and general ledger systems
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Experience with international tax compliance
- Experience with R&D tax credits
- Experience with tax audit support
Responsibilities
- Review federal tax provision schedules, supporting workpapers, and book-to-tax adjustments
- Support preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax provisions, including variance analysis and effective tax rate (ETR) drivers
- Assist with review of federal income tax returns and supporting workpapers, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate data collection and information requests from Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, external advisors, and other stakeholders to support tax accounting and compliance activities.
- Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and administrative guidance to support tax positions, compliance obligations, and reporting requirements
- Assist with preparation and documentation of the U.S. R&D tax credit and support evaluation of additional tax credit opportunities
- Support state tax compliance and provision processes, including estimated payments and apportionment
- Assist with audit responses, IDRs, and documentation requests
- Assist with international compliance filings and related documentation
- Support preparation of items such as tax residency certificates and information reporting
- Support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the tax function.
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
