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Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant

Chicago StaffingChicago, IL, US
7 hours ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Tax Accountant Position

The Tax Accountant will support the company's tax compliance, reporting, and planning functions. This role provides exposure to corporate income tax, business licensing, recurring filing compliance with various governing jurisdictions, and tax provision processes under ASC 740 while working directly with the Senior Manager of Tax. The ideal candidate will bring strong Excel skills, eagerness to build tax software expertise, and a foundational understanding of U.S. corporate tax compliance and reporting. Essential job responsibilities include :

Tax Compliance

Prepare workpapers supporting federal and state corporate income tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments, working with the Tax Manager and outside tax advisors.

Assist with research and documentation of book-tax differences and significant tax transactions.

Support indirect tax filings including business licenses, unclaimed property, property tax, and annual reports / statutory registrations.

Maintain organized tax records and supporting documentation.

Monitor and assist with state tax controversy matters, including drafting and reviewing responses to notices.

Tax Provision & Reporting

Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations under ASC 740.

Compile and analyze data for provision-to-return reconciliations.

Prepare documentation for interim and year-end accrual computations and financial audit inquiries.

Assist with off-cycle, quarterly, and year-end tax accrual calculations for the U.S. consolidated group.

Update provision models to reflect current tax law changes.

Tax Technology & Analysis

Utilize tax software tools for calculations, reporting, and data management.

Work with Sage Intacct, Bloomberg Tax Provision, and Bloomberg Tax Fixed Assets (experience preferred, training available).

Perform advanced Excel analysis, including pivot tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and data reconciliation.

Research & Support

Conduct basic tax research and draft written summaries to support filing positions.

Assist with responses to tax notices and information requests.

Support special projects including acquisitions, debt restructuring, or tax planning initiatives.

Stay informed on current tax developments and summarize relevant updates for the Tax Manager.

Other

Collaborate with Finance, Legal, HR, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable teams to gather information for filings and forecasts.

Assist in audits by organizing and providing requested documentation.

Perform other projects as assigned.

Required Skills / Experience :

Bachelors degree in Accounting required.

13 years of corporate tax experience, preferably a mix of public accounting or corporate industry.

Working knowledge of U.S. corporate income tax compliance rules and filing requirements.

Exposure to multi-state and consolidated corporate filing structures.

Working knowledge of ASC 740 concepts with awareness of FIN 48 considerations.

Working knowledge of deferred taxes and uncertain tax positions.

Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and its application to income taxes.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data validation, etc.).

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.

Preferred Skills / Experience :

CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA preferred but not required.

Public accounting experience.

Experience with Sage Intacct, Bloomberg Tax Provision, and / or Bloomberg Tax Fixed Assets preferred.

International tax exposure a plus.

Based on relevant market data and other factors, the anticipated hiring range for this role is $67,200 - $80,000 annually. Final compensation rates will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity considerations. This role is also short-term incentive eligible. Incentive amounts will vary by individual and business goals.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The final salary offered to the selected candidate may vary from the posted range due to individual qualifications. Our goal is to ensure that all teammates are compensated fairly and competitively based on their contributions to our organization.

RxBenefits is also committed to providing best in class benefits to our teammates. We offer a robust total rewards package that includes : remote first work environment, choice of a HDHP or PPO Medical plan, we pay 100% of the premium for the HDHP for you and your eligible family members, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and group life insurance that we also pay 100% of premiums (for your family too on Dental and Vision), additional buy-up options for short- and long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k) with an employer match up to 3.5% available after 60 days, community service day to give back and support what you love in your community, 10 company holidays including MLK Day, Juneteenth, and the day after Thanksgiving plus a floating holiday to use as you like, reimbursements for high-speed internet, we'll send you a computer and monitors to help you do your best work, tuition reimbursement for accredited degree programs, paid new parent leave that can be used for adoption or birth, pet insurance to protect your furbabies, and a robust mental health benefit and EAP service through Spring Health to support you when you need it most.

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