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Sr Accountant, TaxSpire • St Louis, MO, United States
Sr Accountant, Tax

Sr Accountant, Tax

Spire • St Louis, MO, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Sr Accountant, Tax

Date : Oct 22, 2025

Location :

Saint Louis, MO, US, 63101

Company : Spire Inc.

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life :

  • Adaptability : We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
  • Collaboration : We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone's input is welcomed.
  • Ownership : We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

This position will be responsible for ensuring that the various tax concepts compliance processes and planning activities are administered in a timely manner, including property, franchise, sales & use, income and excise taxes.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure the tax concepts (property, franchise, sales & use, income and excise) filings for the Company are prepared accurately and timely
  • Perform research and effectively apply tax laws and regulations to the Company
  • Support the income tax area with fixed asset analysis and depreciation reporting from Powertax software program including case management and scenario planning
  • Assist with tax audits from the following types of auditors : governmental, outside independent, and internal
  • Respond to taxing authority notices & correspondence
  • Assist with monthly forecast updates related to taxes
  • Assist with tax calculations for the Company's regulatory rate filings
  • Assist with integration activities related to taxes
  • Provide support for property tax activities and analysis including appeals and declaration prep
  • Assist with compliance and documentation associated with internal controls as it relates to the various tax concepts
  • Maintain high performance standards and constructive employee relations at all levels of the Company
  • Other assigned duties to meet departmental and Company objectives
  • Essential Characteristics

  • Ability to perform tax research, including the ability to read, interpret, and apply complex tax laws and directives.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication
  • Knowledge of operational tax concepts
  • Ability to prioritize and simultaneously manage multiple concurrent projects
  • Knowledge of state and local reporting requirements and regulations
  • Strong work ethic and integrity, with a commitment to honesty, candor, and responsible business relationships
  • Knowledge of Sarbanes - Oxley requirements and internal controls
  • Ability to lead by example in support of the Company's essential characteristics and values : strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual's unique skills and perspectives
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual and team goals and deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
  • Supervisory Responsibilities

    Required Education (certifications, licenses)

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required
  • Required knowledge, skill and abilities

  • A minimum of three years of experience working in the accounting field preferrably at least two years of corporate tax experience
  • Experience with PowerPlan, PowerTax, and Oracle preferred
  • Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
  • Ability to proficiently use the Internet and tax research databases to quickly locate tax guidance
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills
  • Physical demands, environment and schedule

  • Work is normally performed in a moderately noisy business office
  • Some overtime may be required for due date driven projects
  • Posting Requirements

  • We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com
  • Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

    Job Req ID : 11244

    Job Location : St Louis

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