Senior Tax Accountant

Who We Are

Cross River is a highly profitable fast-growing financial technology company recognized for the third year in a row by CB Insights as one of the 250 best global fintechs.

Our comprehensive suite of innovative products powers financial solutions with a strong focus on regulatory compliance for our partners and their millions of consumers around the world.

We are on a mission to build the infrastructure that propels access, inclusion and the democratization of financial services.

While our company has tripled in size over the last three years, our strong sense of purpose led Cross River to be named to American Banker’s list of Best Places to Work in Fintech for the last 4 consecutive years.

The reason for this success is simple our nimble, adaptive, and collaborative family culture lives in every member of our growing team.

Together we are at the forefront of technology and innovation in financial services and we invite collaborative and motivated high performers to join our rapidly expanding team.

What we’re looking for

Cross River’s Accounting team handles the core accounting and tax responsibilities at Cross River, and as Tax Accountant, you play a key role.

To succeed in this role, you should show not only have a clear understanding of all current Federal and State tax Law and regulations affecting US Banks but also be ready to keep up with the rapid changes in all the rules.

Excellent time management skills are also essential, as you’ll have to ensure our company meets tight deadlines. Tax Accountant responsibilities also include organizing and maintaining records of tax payments.

Ultimately, you should be able to recommend tax strategies that comply with laws and promote our company’s financial well-being.

The Accounting team cares about results, and we have fun doing it. If you like challenging problems, are analytical and a great team player.

We want to hear from you!

Responsibilities :

• Maintain / reconcile all tax related GL positions for the group and related companies.
• Prepare monthly tax provisions.
• Prepare tax disclosures and notes for the Financial Statements
• Effect, book and monitor tax estimated payments.
• Ensure all Tax Returns are properly filed, and final payments are made.
• Reconcile Prepaid Taxes and all tax provisions.
• Evaluate / Account for uncertain tax positions (FIN 48)
• Calculation of Research and Development tax credit
• Company Acquisitions : incorporation of tax positions / NOLs
• Coordinate responses to Tax Audits, Notices and Enquires.
• Coordinate info needed by our Tax External Consultants
• Identify tax savings and suggest ways to increase profits
• Follow industry trends and track changes related to taxes
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Forecast tax positions to senior managers

Qualifications :

• 6 years of experience in a public accounting firm or accounting experience in a private company. Banking / Finance experience is a plus
• Familiarity with banking / tax accounting software packages
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subject; industry certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) is preferred

Cross River is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cross River does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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