General Responsibilities

Tax Compliance and Documentation

• Compile tax workpapers, calculate apportionments, and create supporting documents for Federal and state income tax returns.
• Ensure timely submission of tax payments.

Tax Provision and Reconciliations

• Draft quarterly income tax provisions in line with ASC 740 standards.
• Perform quarterly reconciliations of income tax accounts.

Tax Estimates and Projections

• Generate quarterly and annual estimates and projections for income tax.

Sales and Use Tax Returns

• Aid in the preparation of monthly and quarterly sales and use tax filings.

Indirect Tax Compliance

• Assist in managing non-income tax compliance, including permits, licenses, and registration renewals across various state and local jurisdictions.

Relationship Building

• Foster long-term professional relationships with Management and key vendors.

Team Support and Special Projects

• Support the tax team’s objectives by assisting the Tax Manager and Sr. Tax Manager with special projects and ad hoc tasks.
• Coordinate with various internal and external parties and service providers.

Tax Research and Stakeholder Assistance

• Conduct tax research and provide support to various internal and external stakeholders.

Audit Support

• Prepare schedules and responses for income tax audits, inquiries, and notices.

Legislative Awareness

• Monitor and communicate relevant tax legislative developments.

Policy Implementation

• Establish and maintain tax accounting policies and procedures.

Industry Awareness

• Stay informed about industry trends and tax developments.

Requirements

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Tax required.
• Master’s degree in Tax preferred.

Experience

• 4 years of relevant tax experience, focusing on US federal income tax compliance and income tax accounting.
• Experience in both public accounting and corporate settings.
• Proven track record in preparing tax returns and ASC 740 income tax provisions.
• Familiarity with indirect taxes (Sales and Use Tax, Property Tax).

Skills

• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects while managing routine responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Openness to enhancing tax practices and procedures.

Technical Knowledge

• Preferred familiarity with tax systems.

Industry Experience

• Experience in the restaurant or retail industry is preferred.