willsgroup
Tax Staff Accountant
At a Glance
- Location
- La Plata, Maryland, United States
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; alternatively, a minimum of 3 years of general ledger and additional progressive tax accounting experience will be considered in the absence of an undergraduate degree.
A minimum of 3 years of progressive broad-based accounting experience in a private, corporate environment
Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial management
Strong technical accounting knowledge with a detail-oriented approach
Proactive, results-driven, and deadline-focused mindset
Responsibilities
The essential function of the Tax Staff Accountant is the preparation and filing of tax forms and payment of tax obligations for the Company, including the reconciliation of tax-related general ledger accounts. This position prepares petroleum and sales & use tax returns for multiple jurisdictions and manages payments for business licenses and real estate taxes. This role will support external tax and financial audits and focus on identifying and implementing improvements in key business processes.