Tax Accountant

Lone Pine Associates inc is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join the Chrisman Development, Inc team. As the company’s in-house tax specialist, you will oversee the preparation and filing of business tax returns, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and offer tax-saving recommendations. The ideal candidate will assist in tax planning, manage financial records, and handle inquiries from tax authorities. This role requires staying current with changes in federal and state tax laws.

**Lone Pine Associates Inc is the employing entity for Chrisman Development, Inc team members. Learn more about Chrisman Development's long history as a leader in the development of affordable multifamily housing projects at our website, www.chrismandm.com.**

Location: Enterprise, OR

Hours: 40 hours/week - Monday - Friday

Compensation: Wage DOE

Benefits include:

• Health insurance - two plan options, employee dependent coverage 100% employer-paid
• Dental insurance - employee dependent coverage 100% employer-paid
• Vision insurance - employee dependent coverage 100% employer-paid
• Critical Illness insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital insurance
• $35,000 employer-paid Life insurance plus the option to purchase additional coverage
• Employer-paid Life Flight Membership
• MetLife Pet Insurance
• Aflac
• FSA and Dependent Care FSA or HSA with employer contribution (dependent upon medical plan)
• 401k with 4% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrued at 10 hours/month for 40 hour/week employees
• 15 paid holidays per year, including two four-day weekends and your birthday
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid volunteer days
• Employee Assistance Program

All benefits may be cancelled or changed at the discretion of the company, unless otherwise prohibited by law.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with CPA firms in the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns.
• Prepare schedules and reports that assist the CPA with the preparation of tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide strategic tax planning advice.
• Address tax-related inquiries and correspond with tax authorities.
• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records, including income, expenses, and assets.
• Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Work with various departments to set tax planning goals for operating entities and specific projects.
• Support bookkeeping and other accounting-related tasks as necessary.
• Stay informed on tax law changes and update the team accordingly.
• Manage internal tax documentation and filing systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in tax preparation or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex tax issues to non-experts.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.