Tax Accountant at Kforce Inc in Princeton, New Jersey

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce's client is a Billion Dollar+ organization who is expanding and looking for a Tax Accountant. The Tax Accountant works with various tax compliance, consulting and planning issues related to the organization and its subsidiaries (US and international) in the preparation of its tax returns. The Tax Accountant works closely with the Tax Managers to prepare the tax returns, accurately report all transactions from a compliance perspective, examine tax and data issues and periodically review transaction data for accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Support sales tax, VAT, income and franchise tax compliance, accounting, research and planning


• Preparation of organization's tax returns


• Lead/coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance reporting for our subsidiaries with tax and accounting compliance teams


• Review corporate contracts for value added tax issues


• Research legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting income tax matters for federal planning projects


• Respond to tax inquiries from internal employees and departments


• Maintain a current tax calendar


• Assist in the preparation of the income tax provision and tax accruals


• Perform analysis and reconciliations of general ledger accounts


• Support tax initiatives and departmental projects

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. degree in Accounting required (tax emphasis preferred)


• CPA preferred


• 2+ years of experience at the corporate or public level


• High degree of analytical skills, creative thinking and independent judgement


• An understanding of the tax concepts needed to prepare the Federal and State fiduciary tax return


• Proficiency in computer software applications including Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft accounting package


• Experience with Vertex preferred.


• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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