Tax Specialist

DUTIES 

• Oversee the preparation and review of local, state and federal tax returns, as well as financial and management reports
• Manage and administer the relationship and applicable tax preparation with external consultant(s)
• Prepare, maintain and analyze tax records and reports, subject to review.
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax provision calculations
• Research more complex tax issues, analyze applicable tax laws and document conclusions.
• Utilize ERP system and/or reporting tools to input, retrieve or summarize tax information
• Help improve department efficiency and effectiveness
• Various other tax related projects

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, or equivalent experience

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE

• Three years of experience in tax, accounting or comparable role

• Understanding of tax accounting concepts, practices and procedures

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail

• Experience working in medium/ large manufacturing companies in the automotive industry is preferred.

• Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Experience with Microsoft AX, SAP or other large, automated accounting system is required. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required.

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required