willsgroup

Tax Staff Accountant

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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.