What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Accountant IV position at FM?
FM is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To do so, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees, working in more than 100 countries, in a variety of challenging roles.
Summary
This position is responsible for preparation and filing of the consolidated federal income tax return. Solves complex problems; takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently with supervision as needed in a complex environment.
Schedule and Location:
This is a full-time office-based position in Johnston, RI. Four days per week of work are required on-site, with flexibility for one remote day per week. Core on-site workdays are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Employee may choose to work remotely on either Tuesday or Friday, weekly.
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
Summary
This position is responsible for preparation and filing of the consolidated federal income tax return. Solves complex problems; takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently with supervision as needed in a complex environment.
Schedule and Location:
This is a full-time office-based position in Johnston, RI. Four days per week of work are required on-site, with flexibility for one remote day per week. Core on-site workdays are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Employee may choose to work remotely on either Tuesday or Friday, weekly.
- Preparation and filing of the consolidated federal income tax returns
- Prepares analyses and schedules to support calculation of global tax provision
- Conducts analysis of tax accounting information
- Assists with IRS and state audits as required
- Performs other duties as assigned
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor Degree in Finance/Accounting
- Master’s degree in taxation
- Professional certification (CPA, CMA)
- Advanced knowledge of general accounting principles
- Strong knowledge of federal and state tax issues
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with financial systems and standard software applications (e.g. PeopleSoft; Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Knowledge of international reporting forms (e.g. 5471, 8858, 8975, 1118)
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
Salary : $90,720 - $130,400