Job Description
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
Minimum of one (1) year of tax experience, preferably in State and Local Tax Compliance
Strong MS Office skills required (especially Excel)
Responsibilities
The Tax Accountant will be responsible for ensuring tax filing compliance in the US, including income tax, property tax, sales and use tax, and other tax compliance requirements
This role also supports our management team with tax-related issues
Prepare and file state and local tax returns (income/franchise, sales/use, excise/commercial activity, and property tax)
Prepare analysis and ensure timely filing of estimated payments and extensions for states
Prepare corporate annual reports
Respond to state notices and audits
Manage the tax compliance calendar and sales exemption certificates
Assist with R&D interviews and prepare supporting documents
Prepare the annual income tax provision for US entities
Keep up to date with state legislative developments
Research and analyze state and local tax issues and regulations
Provide support for other miscellaneous projects within the accounting department
Perform other related duties as assigned and required
Job description
The Tax Accountant will be responsible for ensuring tax filing compliance in the US, including income tax, property tax, sales and use tax, and other tax compliance requirements. This role also supports our management team with tax-related issues.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and file state and local tax returns (income/franchise, sales/use, excise/commercial activity, and property tax).
• Prepare analysis and ensure timely filing of estimated payments and extensions for states.
• Prepare corporate annual reports.
• Respond to state notices and audits.
• Manage the tax compliance calendar and sales exemption certificates.
• Assist with R&D interviews and prepare supporting documents.
• Prepare the annual income tax provision for US entities.
• Keep up to date with state legislative developments.
• Research and analyze state and local tax issues and regulations.
• Provide support for other miscellaneous projects within the accounting department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and required.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• Master’s degree in tax or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of tax experience, preferably in State and Local Tax Compliance.
• Strong MS Office skills required (especially Excel).
• Knowledge of tax filing programs (OneSource/Go Systems) and tax research software is a plus.
• Exposure to Sage Fixed Assets is a plus.
Equal Opportunity Employer
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Tax Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Downers Grove offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
