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NW Natural•Happy Valley, OR

8d•$96,000 - $153,200•Hybrid

About The Position

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry. In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility. The Role: As a Tax Consultant, you will play a key role in supporting the internal tax team’s success across these core areas: Accounting for Income Taxes – Plan, prepare, and maintain documentation for the income tax provision under ASC 740 and related regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial reporting requirements. Tax Reporting and Regulatory Support – Prepare and file income and indirect tax returns, including estimates, extensions, elections, and supporting schedules. Contribute to regulatory filings and provide guidance to subsidiaries and affiliates on reporting matters. Organizational Support – Deliver timely tax updates and address the needs of internal stakeholders such as finance, accounting, treasury, investor relations, government affairs, rates and regulatory, legal, and business development teams. Research & Technical Monitoring – Monitor changes in tax law, regulations, judicial outcomes, and industry trends; research tax issues; and provide practical recommendations. External Relationships – Manage interactions with taxing and regulatory authorities, including responses to inquiries and strategic resolution planning. Technology & Process Improvement – Implement and support tax technology, automation, and data improvement initiatives. Professional Development & Administration – Build team technical capabilities, cross-functional tax education, and continuous improvement of team performance and efficiency. Day to Day: In this role, you will engage in a variety of activities that support these core functions, with responsibilities ranging from assisting and preparing to reviewing and overseeing. Examples include: Provision Support – Assist in preparing income tax provisions and related workpapers, including forecasts and internal control considerations. Tax Compliance – Prepare or review income and indirect tax returns, supporting schedules, documentation, estimates, and extensions. Provide oversight and guidance to business segments on local tax matters. Research & Analysis – Gather data, perform initial analysis, draft summaries of findings, and recommend conclusions for tax research projects. Regulatory Interaction – Contribute to the preparation of regulatory utility filings and assist in responding to inquiries from taxing authorities, including developing resolution strategies. Process & Technology Initiatives – Participate in projects aimed at improving data quality, automation, and reporting processes. Collaboration & Development – Work closely with team members on professional development initiatives, share knowledge, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business or related field
5 to 7 years of progressive corporate income tax and tax accounting experience (prefer 4 to 5 of those years in public accounting). Additional years of experience required for a level 3 position.
Demonstrated ability to prepare and review a provision for income taxes under US GAAP
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to prepare a US federal consolidated income tax return and related state consolidated or combined returns, including supporting documentation
Working knowledge of current domestic federal and state laws and regulations governing corporate income taxes
Solid understanding of general accounting principles and the journal entry process, including how entries flow through the general ledger and trial balance, with the ability to analyze account activity and reconcile balances.
Proficient in use of current Microsoft Office products.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Prefer active Certified Public Accountant license
Demonstrated ability to leverage advanced technology tools to drive efficiencies and automation in tax accounting and reporting processes for a level 3 position.

Responsibilities

Accounting for Income Taxes – Plan, prepare, and maintain documentation for the income tax provision under ASC 740 and related regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial reporting requirements.
Tax Reporting and Regulatory Support – Prepare and file income and indirect tax returns, including estimates, extensions, elections, and supporting schedules. Contribute to regulatory filings and provide guidance to subsidiaries and affiliates on reporting matters.
Organizational Support – Deliver timely tax updates and address the needs of internal stakeholders such as finance, accounting, treasury, investor relations, government affairs, rates and regulatory, legal, and business development teams.
Research & Technical Monitoring – Monitor changes in tax law, regulations, judicial outcomes, and industry trends; research tax issues; and provide practical recommendations.
External Relationships – Manage interactions with taxing and regulatory authorities, including responses to inquiries and strategic resolution planning.
Technology & Process Improvement – Implement and support tax technology, automation, and data improvement initiatives.
Professional Development & Administration – Build team technical capabilities, cross-functional tax education, and continuous improvement of team performance and efficiency.
Assist in preparing income tax provisions and related workpapers, including forecasts and internal control considerations.
Prepare or review income and indirect tax returns, supporting schedules, documentation, estimates, and extensions. Provide oversight and guidance to business segments on local tax matters.
Gather data, perform initial analysis, draft summaries of findings, and recommend conclusions for tax research projects.
Contribute to the preparation of regulatory utility filings and assist in responding to inquiries from taxing authorities, including developing resolution strategies.
Participate in projects aimed at improving data quality, automation, and reporting processes.
Work closely with team members on professional development initiatives, share knowledge, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Up to 23 Vacation Days
80 Hours of Sick Time
10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
Competitive 401K company contribution and match
15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Wellness incentive program
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless