Accountant, Tax

Kosmos Energy LLC • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for applying tax laws, regulations, and accounting principles to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely income tax provisions, tax returns, tax payments, income tax accounting entries, and ensure appropriate adherence to corporate accounting policies and related internal controls.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-4 years of income tax provision and tax compliance experience in public accounting firm
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; however, preference may be given to candidates with Master’s in Taxation, CPA’s or CPA candidates or other advance degrees
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes
• Experience preparing forms 1120, 5471, and 8858
• Ability to complete basic to intermediate tax research
• Intermediate skills in Word, Excel.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Original, creative thinker with the ability to formulate and express a contrarian viewpoint
• Possess a strong ability to work in a team environment
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• OneSource Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision software experience
• International oil and gas exploration and production industry tax experience
• Spanish, Portuguese, and or French language competencies

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual global tax provisions using OneSource Tax Provision software
• Assist with preparation of monthly tax forecasts
• Prepare U.S. federal and state tax extensions
• Prepare U.S., international, and state tax returns using OneSource Income Tax software
• Prepare local country income tax and indirect tax returns
• Assist with research and document findings related to U.S. federal, state, and host country tax issues
• Assist with tax audits including responding to notices and gathering data/preparing support schedules
• Handle other projects, duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Ability to work directly with VP, Tax on special projects, as needed
• Special projects as needed

What This Job Offers

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