Senior tax accountant job description

Under the general supervision of the Controller, performs a variety of tax accounting functions in support of the organization's corporate tax accounting operations.
Duties and Responsibilities



Prepares annual corporate tax returns for federal, state and local tax authorities, quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, sales tax exemption applications, mercantile tax returns and Bureau of Charity annual returns. Files and requests refunds for unclaimed transactions with the state of PA. Monitors and remits payroll and corporate tax payments. Provides advice on sales and use tax issues to members of System staff. Responds to tax inquires from the IRS, PA Department of Revenue and local agencies. Monitors moving expenses relating to new employees.


Qualifications


Notes: Other combinations of formal education, training and experience may be considered.



Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 years Experience preparing annual corporate tax returns including 1120, 1065 and 990 returns. Experience responding to tax inquires from taxing authorities. Experience providing guidance on sales and use tax and payroll tax issues. Public Accounting experience a major plus



Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance



Preferred Certification: Certified Public Accountant



Required Courses: Tax accounting/finance

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
Base Compensation Range is $70,000 - $100,000.

***Disclaimer: This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Title: Senior Tax Accountant- Indirect Tax Compliance

Location: Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office) for candidates residing in NC or WI - all other states 100% remote

Position overview:

The Senior Tax Accountant - Indirect Tax Compliance will assist with the compliance reporting process for sales and use taxes, gross receipts taxes, excise taxes, annual reports, certain business licenses and other domestic and foreign taxes. This function will ensure that all reporting obligations are respected as well as filed accurately and timely. Sales & Use tax compliance is outsourced to a third-party compliance provider, and the individual in this position will collaborate monthly with the service provider to ensure required data is delivered timely. The individual in this position will also liaison with the various business units on all compliance related matters including providing journal entries and exemption certificates. Additionally, the position will assist the Indirect Tax Senior Manager with audit support and special projects such as entity acquisitions and integrations.

This position will report directly to the US Indirect Tax Compliance Manager

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation of all indirect tax returns including reconciling of the General Ledger to Vertex and the review of returns prepared by our outsource provider Provide support to our registered agent related to annual reports Assist with the preparation of monthly Canadian GST/HST returns as well as quarterly Excise, Gross Receipts and B&O returns Support company initiatives and restructurings through business registrations and tax system integrations Monitoring tax law changes and analyzing the impact on our filing profile Perform Semi-annual review of sales by legal entity to identify changes in nexus Collaborate with tax technology team to ensure systems are up to date with tax law/rate changes Assist the State & Local Indirect Tax Senior Manager with the management and collection of information for indirect tax audits Assist with special projects as needed


Professional Requirements:


BS/BA in business administration, accounting, or finance preferred 3-5 years' experience within the Sales & Use tax compliance process Experience working with state Sales & Use taxes and applicable Gross Receipts/Excise Tax for state and local municipalities Prior experience with researching state transaction tax laws using RIA Checkpoint or Bloomberg Tax preferred Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and perform multiple tasks with varying deadlines simultaneously. Ability to interact independently with peers and management, possess excellent accounting, communication and analytical skills and work under internal and external deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Vertex, Oracle preferred


Position will be a Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office) for candidates residing in NC or WI - all other states 100% remote


We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

Honda has a clear vision for the future in 2030, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for people with the individual skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. We are seeking diversity of thought and experience to drive innovation and help us make fully informed decisions.

In this role, you will be responsible to accurately report the impact of income taxes in financial statements for the benefit of internal and external stakeholders. This position also better enables Honda to meet its legal and regulatory requirements in order to be a "company that society wants to exist".

At Honda, our associates take pride in their responsibilities. A typical day as a Sr. Tax Accountant will include:

Review and/or update tax provisions on a quarterly and annual basis to ensure compliance with IAS12/ASC 740, IAS 34/APB 28, and FIN 48; research IAS 12/ASC 740 issues for various financial transactions and communicate recommendations to management and staff as required. Manage the AHM Income Tax Accounting ("Provision") process. Prepare and/or review information to HM for presentation in their consolidated financial statements to ensure compliance with IFRS. Instruct staff on new tax accounting developments and review changes to tax accounting documentation as required. Primary coordinator with the external auditors the quarterly and annual audits of AHM's separate tax provision and assist the tax manager with the coordination of the consolidated tax provision and related tax footnote disclosures to Honda Motors.

Review and/or update internal controls and maintain SOX documentation regarding income tax provision processes to ensure compliance with SOX Section 404. Coordinate SOX audit of tax provision by internal and external auditors and respond to all management letter comments relating to the tax provision process, as required. Recommend changes to internal controls over income tax processes, as required.

Serve as the AHM tax lead on special projects (i.e., implementing new accounting standards, ERPs, tax software, etc.). This involves coordination with the tax manager, outside consultants, external auditors, and other Honda accounting, financial reporting, and tax associates to determine proper accounting treatments, policy procedures, and processes.

Collaborate with the tax compliance team to ensure consistency between the tax provision and tax return. This involves assisting with the preparation of state settlements, answering inquiries from the income tax compliance group, and reviewing estimate calculations.
Qualifications


We are looking for qualified people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic. To bring the future to Honda as a Sr. Tax Accountant, you must have:


Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field CPA certificate highly desired Master's Degree in Tax is highly desired 7+ years of work experience in a CPA firm (min. of 6 years must be in Tax) and/or Tax department of a medium to large size multi-state corporation with progressive experience preparing/reviewing income tax provisions in accordance with IAS 12 and/or ASC 740, including preparing/reviewing tax footnotes for audited financial statements. Experience must include preparing, reviewing, and supervising staff in the preparation of federal and multi-state corporate income tax returns. ASC 740 (GAAP) tax provision experience required. IAS 12 (IFRS) tax provision experience a plus. Strong working knowledge of federal and multi-state income tax laws and regulations. Strong working knowledge of income tax accounting under IAS 12 and ASC 740, including FIN 48, and have accounting skills and understanding of IFRS and GAAP. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and use of electronic tax research. Experience using tax preparation software (OneSource Tax Provision) and accounting systems (SAP) a plus. Ability to explain tax technical issues to various audiences. Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task. Strong leadership and staff development skills.



Total Rewards


Competitive Base PayMedical, Dental, Vision

Hybrid (60% In-Office) Bonus Program

401K ProgramHonda Product Programs

Company Lease Car ProgramRelocation Assistance

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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