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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tax Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local tax requirements. This role involves preparing and filing tax returns, conducting tax research, and providing strategic tax planning advice to minimize tax liabilities. The Tax Specialist will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest tax legislation and ensuring that the company is in compliance with all tax-related matters. Additionally, the candidate will work closely with other departments to provide tax-related support and guidance, and will be involved in various tax-related projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about tax and looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing organization.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Prepare and file federal, state, and local tax returns.
- Conduct tax research and stay up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations.
- Provide strategic tax planning advice to minimize tax liabilities.
- Ensure compliance with all tax-related matters.
- Work closely with other departments to provide tax-related support and guidance.
- Assist with tax audits and respond to tax authorities' inquiries.
- Prepare and review tax provisions and financial statements.
- Identify and implement tax-saving opportunities.
- Maintain accurate and organized tax records.
- Participate in various tax-related projects and initiatives.
- Analyze financial data to identify potential tax issues.
- Develop and maintain tax policies and procedures.
- Provide training and support to junior staff on tax-related matters.
- Collaborate with external tax advisors and consultants.
- Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company.
- Prepare and submit tax reports and documentation.
- Assist with the preparation of transfer pricing documentation.
- Review and analyze tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
- Support the finance team with tax-related queries and issues.
- Ensure timely and accurate tax filings and payments.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in tax compliance and planning.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with tax research tools and databases.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Experience with tax audits and dealing with tax authorities.
- Knowledge of international tax laws and regulations is a plus.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex tax laws.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Ability to provide training and support to junior staff.
- Experience with transfer pricing documentation is a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong project management skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with preparing and filing tax returns?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a tax-saving strategy you implemented?
- How do you ensure compliance with all tax-related matters?
- Describe a time when you had to deal with a tax audit. How did you handle it?
- What tax software and tools are you proficient in?
- How do you manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines?
- Can you describe your experience with tax research?
- How do you handle complex tax issues and provide solutions?
- What is your experience with international tax laws and regulations?
- How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail in your work?
- Can you provide an example of a tax-related project you were involved in?
- How do you collaborate with other departments to provide tax-related support?
- Describe a time when you identified and implemented a tax-saving opportunity.
- How do you handle changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company?
- What is your experience with transfer pricing documentation?
- How do you provide training and support to junior staff on tax-related matters?
- Can you describe your experience with tax audits and dealing with tax authorities?
- How do you ensure timely and accurate tax filings and payments?
- What is your approach to developing and maintaining tax policies and procedures?