Tax Specialist (Planning & Controversy) - Richmond, VA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Richmond, VA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role functions as a technical resource involved in the day-to-day planning, research and/or compliance of general and specified areas of taxation. May coordinate the preparation and review of all assigned federal, state and/or local tax returns, tax payments, tax accruals, research projects, financial reports and government filings to ensure compliance with government regulations and established procedures, and/or provide technical leadership in coordinating the completion of multiple work assignments and projects. May utilize specialized skills to research tax issues at an advanced level, formulating and providing recommendations to management to minimize tax consequences. May advise management on tax implications of special tax issues related to the energy industry. Analyzes and interprets changes to federal, state or local laws and communicates financial impact of changes to management. May draft or coordinate with outside counsel the drafting of ruling requests, protests and requests to communicate the company's positions with respect to issues arising from tax audits, and may participate in negotiations. Assists in training of co-workers. Coordinates responses for internal and external audits of financial statements, regulatory filings, internal controls, and tax returns. May assist with due diligence in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as needed.

Requirements

• 7-8+ years of experience developed through formal education and practical experience that demonstrates an advanced to expert understanding of concepts regarding tax laws and tax accounting practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of tax research methods with ability to interpret tax laws, prepare specialized tax research memorandums, and formulate recommendations for management.
• Ability to coordinate the completion of multiple work assignments and/or projects, providing guidance where necessary, problem solving, and ensuring that the project team meets its operational deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP software.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide technical assistance and training to others.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to motivate team members towards completion of work assignments.
• Ability to provide critical feedback and peer reviews for assigned work tasks.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, JD or other appropriate professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation and review of all assigned federal, state and/or local tax returns, tax payments, tax accruals, research projects, financial reports and government filings to ensure compliance with government regulations and established procedures.
• Provide technical leadership in coordinating the completion of multiple work assignments and projects.
• Utilize specialized skills to research tax issues at an advanced level, formulating and providing recommendations to management to minimize tax consequences.
• Advise management on tax implications of special tax issues related to the energy industry.
• Analyze and interpret changes to federal, state or local laws and communicate financial impact of changes to management.
• Draft or coordinate with outside counsel the drafting of ruling requests, protests and requests to communicate the company's positions with respect to issues arising from tax audits, and may participate in negotiations.
• Assist in training of co-workers.
• Coordinate responses for internal and external audits of financial statements, regulatory filings, internal controls, and tax returns.
• Assist with due diligence in connection with mergers and acquisitions, as needed.

What This Job Offers

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