Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant at The Lighthouse Group Tax Accountant at The Lighthouse Group in Eureka, California Posted in 11 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

This is primarily an in-person position, with openness to a hybrid arrangement based in Eureka, California.

This position supports our tax department and involves handling various tax-related tasks and responsibilities. You will assist in tax operations and perform the following duties:

Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulations.

Assist in the preparation of tax provision calculations and related financial statement disclosures.

Preparer work-papers from QuickBooks Online work files.

Conduct research on tax issues and provide findings to senior tax staff.

Monitor and ensure compliance with tax filing deadlines and requirements.

Maintain accurate and organized tax records and documentation.

Assist in responding to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities.

Support the Senior Tax Accountant in tax planning and strategy development.

Participate in tax audits and assist in the preparation of audit documentation.

Identify opportunities for tax process improvements and contribute to their implementation.

Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the companys tax position.

Qualifications for

Tax Accountant:

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) requiredMinimum of 2 years of tax accounting experience.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Proficiency in tax software (Lacerte) and ERP systems; intermediate Excel skills.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Gets You to the Top of the

List:

Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.

Experience with tax planning.

Previous experience in a public accounting firm or a corporate tax department.

Proficiency in tax research and analysis.

Familiarity with tax provision calculations and financial statement impacts. recblid c0edyp6085q5yxlf7ukvcbstaimoxm