Tax Specialist

Equity Residential•Chicago, IL

3d•$71,015 - $86,796•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the manager, responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of federal, state and local tax returns for Equity Residential and its related entities. Gathers information and researches tax laws to support the overall tax initiatives of Equity Residential. Corresponds with agencies as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other related field with equivalent combination of coursework and professional tax experience.
Must possess strong analytical communication and follow-up skills and have a basic working knowledge of partnership and corporate, federal and state taxation.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; exposure to databases and/or tax preparation software a plus.

Nice To Haves

Some accounting or tax experience is preferred, but is not required.
CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares federal, state and local tax returns and related schedules and reports for Equity Residential and its related entities according to the due dates provided by the manager.
Prepares federal and state extension requests and quarterly estimated tax payments for the various companies in accordance with Tax Department deadlines and procedures.
Prepares various state and local annual reports.
Gathers management and accounting information. Obtains any necessary clarification, requests additional information and communicates with various departments concerning any problems that arise. Incorporates information gathered into tax workpapers and schedules.
Conducts research as necessary to determine compliance with tax laws. Reads periodicals to maintain knowledge about changing tax laws, planning opportunities, filing requirements, etc. Uses tax research resources regularly.
Researches, resolves and responds to state and federal regulatory agencies’ notices. Drafts correspondence with federal and state taxing agencies in connection with notices and filing inquiries, as needed. Responsible for notice resolution according to the procedures and timing established by the Tax Department.
Reviews corporate and partnership legal documents and correspondence as needed to ensure correct preparation of tax returns.
Prepares quarterly and annual REIT tests for all REIT’s in the EQR organizational structure.
Conducts various tax research projects as assigned by Supervisor. Presents findings to the rest of the Tax Department, as necessary.
Prepares various calculations and tracking schedules as required, ie. tracking taxable gains, property attributes, secured debt, etc.
Communicates tax findings, issues, project status, workload, etc. on a regular basis using appropriate communication vehicles.
Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times. Consistently maintains a professional courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.
Performs other duties as necessary.