Tax accountant job description

The Leidos Corporate Tax Department is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our team of tax professionals supporting our Corporate Office located in Reston, VA. This position will report to the Tax Manager.

The Tax Accountant will be part of the Corporate Tax team and will assist in all aspects of the preparation of the worldwide income tax provision. The Tax Accountant will also assist the Company's external service providers to ensure successful completion of all income tax compliance, including coordinating with internal teams to gather relevant data. The Candidate should be a strong communicator, detail oriented, a team player who enjoys tax and is interested in being part of an organization committed to continuous growth.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist in preparing the income tax provision and related financial statement disclosures on a quarterly and annual basis, including foreign tax provisions and provision-to-return adjustments Prepare various supporting analyses for the income tax provision, including valuation allowance and uncertain tax positions Gather evidence and support related to internal controls and making sure the Company adheres to SOX protocols Assist external auditors in completing their review each reporting period Prepare and analyze monthly tax account reconciliations and related adjusting journal entries Maintain tax calendar and ensure filings are made timely Gather and analyze data from various systems (general ledger, contracts, etc.) and Corporate Accounting to provide to external service providers Coordinate with external service providers to prepare federal, state and foreign income tax filings, including extensions and estimates throughout the year Review various state and foreign income tax returns prepared by external service providers Assist in tracking and processing tax payments in a timely manner Assist in responding to federal, state and international tax notices and audits

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax or related field and minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in accounting (corporate/public); OR Master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or relevant field and 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience.Strong knowledge of accounting and tax principles, practices, and proceduresA quick learner who is flexible and willing to take on new challenges and roles Energetic and have a high sense of urgency and able to prioritize workload in order to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced work environmentA high level of confidence and integrity, detail oriented, creative and self-motivated, able to take a hands-on approach to problem solving and a team player with a positive attitude Effective verbal and written communication skills Strong computer and technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft ExcelMust be comfortable with virtual communications and working with geographically disparate groups Must be authorized to work in the U.S

Preferred Qualifications:
Big 4 public accounting experience Master's Degree in Taxation/Certified Public AccountantExperience with OneSource Tax Provision

Pay Range:
Pay Range $52,650.00 - $81,000.00 - $109,350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

With us, you ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description

Responsible for managing business activities. Evaluates facts and circumstances to derive conclusions and influence decision making through effective communication. Ensures the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment. Demonstrates desire and ability to guide a project from start to finish, assuming full ownership and accountability of work. Proactively identifies process improvement and automation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual income tax provisions. Accounts for uncertain tax positions. Prepares and reviews monthly journal entries and account reconciliations. Prepares separate and consolidated income tax footnotes for financial statements. Prepares federal and state return to provisions. Conducts tax research and documents findings.

• Performs tax forecasting, including preparing effective tax rate forecasts and tax balance sheet forecasts.

• Performs tax computations for regulatory reporting.

• Adheres to department policies. Ensures tax accounting procedures are in compliance with regulations. Supports internal and external auditor requests.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, here s what we need from you:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 4+ years of experience in corporation tax in a large corporate tax function and/or public accounting, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

If we had our say, we d also look for:

• Master's Degree in Taxation (MST), Law, or related field

• 6+ years of experience in public accounting or corporate tax, working knowledge of ASC 740 or Income Tax Accounting, or related field

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), JD, or related certification/license

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The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants with respect. Discover Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). We thrive on diversity & inclusion. You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Discover.

The Company

Installed Building Products (IBP) is seeking a talented, dependable, and dedicated Tax Accountant ready to look at the bigger picture and instigate change . IBP is the premier installation contractor for insulation for residential and commercial builders with over 10,000 employees serving more than 210 locations nationwide. As a national organization, we have access to the best products and training available. This, combined with our exceptional local talent, empowers us to impact our communities and provide the highest quality service to our customers every day.

Why we love it here: At IBP, we invest in all our employees. That means robust benefits (medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, accident and critical illness, company paid life, retirement plans), paid time off, and the IBP Foundation, which offers scholarships, emergency assistance, and volunteer matching for everyone in the IBP family We pride ourselves in supporting our teammates' quest for additional training and certifications outside of what we provide by paying for those opportunities.

What You Can Expect

As a Tax Accountant, part of the Tax Department team, you will be responsible for preparing and filing federal, state and local income tax returns but will also include some tax accounting (ASC 740) duties, but not limited to:

• Assisting with Audits
• Responding on a timely to notices received from various tax authorities;
• Income Tax Account reconciliations
• Accumulation of information required to calculate tax entries for financial statement presentation;.
• Accumulation and analysis of information for preparation of federal, state and local income tax returns;
• Interact with all business units on a continuing basis as required

To Be Successful

• 3-5 years of Tax experience
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting required
• Certified Public Accountant preferred
• Understanding and Experience of ASC 740 a plus but not required.
• Understanding of GAAP concepts.
• Understanding and previous experience of tax compliance software packages

For Your Safety

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to drive a car and lift light to moderate weight.

EEO Statement IBP is an equal opportunity employer.