Tax Staff Accountant

iHeartMedia • San Antonio, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Staff Accountant to support its Corporate Income Tax team. This role requires technical expertise, strong organization, and a proactive approach to learning and ownership. The company is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly and is a leader in podcasting, live music events, and digital streaming radio. iHeartMedia values collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. They are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Requirements

• Strong analysis, problem solving, and research skills; can gather, assess and interpret information and comprehend financial impacts of business decisions.
• Good judgment & decision-making skills.
• Effective communication with multiple levels of employees and clients.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; can prepare and present complex data in a simple, understandable manner; consistent virtual communication required when working from home.
• Ability to prioritize work/assignments without a lot of guidance when working from home; ability to plan and organize effectively.
• Contributes to conversation/ideas in a strong team–oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and optimal work standards.
• Demonstrates technical skills in accounting and financial information systems/applications.
• Proficient in Excel and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Minimum 1-3 years of related experience, in an accounting/tax role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or Business with an accounting, tax or finance emphasis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Cognos, OneSource, Workday and eForms preferred.
• CPA a plus.
• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return.
• Business insight and ability to apply general knowledge of business.
• Individual accountability and understanding of when to seek guidance.
• Skills managing assigned projects to completion using instruction, guidance, and direction.
• Skills to solve problems within standardized procedures and practices.
• Ability to communicate straightforward information in a digestible manner and an understanding of when to ask questions in order to validate understanding.
• Understanding of impact of own decisions.
• General understanding of business principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete moderate to complex tax filings that may include federal, state, and international income and sales/use tax filings.
• Assist in preparation of quarterly tax provision and related tax accounting requirements of the company.
• Research and document tax positions taken on various tax filings.
• Avoid penalties and interest by maintaining adherence to internal controls, tax calendar and policy and procedures.
• Investigate and prepare responses to notices and inquiries from various taxing authorities.
• Maintain knowledge of all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare tax and financial reports and models, as assigned to assist in various tax planning and reporting needs.
• Provide guidance to less experienced employees (no people management responsibility).

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

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