Tax Staff Accountant

iHeartMedia • San Antonio, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month. We are seeking a detail-oriented Tax Staff Accountant to support our Corporate Income Tax team—contributing technical expertise, strong organization, and a proactive approach to learning and ownership.

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.
• No people management responsibility but may provide guidance to less experienced employees.

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