Tax Staff Accountant

empirical foods•Dakota Dunes, SD

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About The Position

We are seeking a Tax Staff Accountant to join our tax team and provide tax compliance support across multiple business and private entities. This role is an opportunity to gain exposure to various aspects of tax preparation, compliance and administration working with both corporate and individual tax matters.

Requirements

Understanding of accounting practices and principals, including tax laws.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Intermediate to advanced MS Excel with use of formulas, pivot tables, and v-lookups.
Experience with General Ledger or ERP systems.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Maintain schedules and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Communicate effectively with all levels of employees as necessary, both in verbal and written form.
Ability to maintain confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Must have regular and punctual attendance.
Office setting.
Experience in a tax accounting related position is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Well-rounded, practical experience may be substituted in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Preparation Prepare federal and state income tax return workpapers and supporting analysis for multiple entities and individual taxpayers.
Coordinate with external tax firms to ensure accurate and timely completion of tax returns.
Review vendor invoices for proper sales and use tax treatment and assist in preparing related tax returns.
Prepare various tax forms and filings including personal property tax renditions, retirement plan information returns (Form 5500), Form 1099 series, Form 8752 for fiscal year elections, and quarterly estimated tax payments.
Tax Administration & Correspondence Respond to tax-related correspondence from federal and state tax authorities.
Assist with tax audits, protests, and examination processes.
Prepare unclaimed property reports and ensure compliance with state requirements.
Maintain organized tax records and supporting documentation for all entities.
Special Projects & Analysis Support tax planning initiatives and strategic projects.
Analyze tax implications of business transactions and operational changes.
Additional Duties Provide support for general accounting and financial statement preparation as needed.
Maintain current knowledge of tax law changes and regulatory updates.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on tax-related matters.
Perform other duties as assigned to support department objectives.
Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Perform all other duties as assigned.