Tax Accountant

American Addiction Centers • Milwaukee, WI

2d • $33 - $50 • Remote

About The Position

The Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparing and filing sales and use tax returns for multiple entities and jurisdictions. This role also involves preparing annual sales and property tax exemption calculations and biennial tax exemption reports. The Tax Accountant will assist with compiling workpapers and documents for federal and state income tax returns, respond to ad-hoc requests and special tax projects, and perform tax research and analysis. Additionally, the position will monitor and assist with the calculation of tax depreciation, maintain and monitor Department of Revenue sites, assist with notices and internal inquiries, and help coordinate federal and state audits. The role requires maintaining an effective system of internal controls and accurate documentation of processes, risks, and key controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in corporate tax or public accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high quality results and perform assigned tax activities in an independent manner.
• Self-motivated, results driven and detailed oriented.
• Strong analytical and communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a changing environment and manage multiple projects with short deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CCH ProSystems desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and files sales and use tax returns for multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Prepares the annual sales and property tax exemption calculations and biennial tax exemption reports as required for the respective states.
• Assists with compiling the necessary workpapers and documents used to prepare the federal and state income tax returns for all system filings.
• Responds to ad-hoc requests, analysis and special tax projects, as needed.
• Assists with tax analysis of Alternative Investments.
• Performs tax research and analysis and document positions taken to support tax treatment.
• Monitors and assists with the calculation of tax depreciation.
• Responsible for maintenance and monitoring the various Department of Revenue sites and assists with all notices and internal inquiries.
• Assists with the coordination of federal and state audits, including income tax and sales and use tax audits.
• Within area of responsibility, maintains an effective system of internal controls that creates timely, accurate and complete financial reporting, promotes compliance with laws and regulations, and drives towards effective and efficient operations.
• Within area of responsibility, maintains accurate documentation of process flows, risks and key controls for each significant business process and sub-process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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