Senior Tax Accountant

Westlake Financial is the largest privately held finance company in the Nation.

With assets nearing $24 Billion and revenues of approximately $4.4 Billion, we are offering an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful organization poised for continued growth and expansion within the Auto Finance and Technology industries. Westlake’s success is rooted in our ability to work dynamically and leverage technology to navigate fast-paced environments. We are looking to hire a talented and motivated individual who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and critical thinking. Westlake Financial believes in people with the purpose and passion to assist our more than 21,000 dealer partners throughout North America.

As a Corporate Tax Senior Accountant at Westlake Financial you will be at the forefront of managing tax compliance and planning for a consolidated group of over 15 companies. Our unique structure includes a Partnership LLC and three C-corporation subsidiaries, giving you the opportunity to tackle complex challenges and make a real impact. In this role you will have an opportunity to leverage your knowledge in federal, state, and local tax laws, while sharpening your leadership skills in a collaborative and high-energy environment. Join us and take your career to the next level as part of a forward-thinking organization that values technology, innovation, and the power of fresh perspectives.

We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is. Through hiring the best fitting applicant and supporting our people in further developing their skills, we transition our Applicants into Westlake Warriors (our people).

WESTLAKE WARRIOR | Senior Tax Accountant

 Brief Descriptions:

 DUTIES, TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but not limited to)

• Collaborate with tax preparers to ensure timely and accurate filing of federal, state and local tax documents by creating, organizing and providing required information.
• Take charge in preparing tax provision schedules by analyzing current and consolidated earnings.
• Become a key contributor to innovative tax strategies by researching federal, state, and local tax regulations and offering actionable recommendations.
• Recommends tax strategies by researching federal, state and local taxation issues.
• Remain up-to-date with pending and effective tax legislation by reviewing and interpreting new or revised laws to keep the Company compliant and competitive.
• Maintains compliance with regulations by forwarding required information to federal, state, and local authorities.
• Revises procedures by developing and streamlining procedures and worksheets for calculation of tax provisions.
• Simplify processes and drive efficiency by developing and optimizing procedures and worksheets for tax provision calculations.
• Identifies profitability of potential mergers and acquisitions by analyzing tax information; calculating key ratios; identifying areas of tax savings.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Make an impact by supporting the organization’s goals through successful completion of related accounting tasks—your contributions matter.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES

• Attains a thorough understanding and application of GAAP.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees.
• Attains highly analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to acclimate and work in a high pace environment.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel (Access is a plus).
• Knowledge of SQL and Macro is a plus.

 EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Master’s degree in Taxation.
• CPA/CPA Candidate.

 EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years of accounting with a specialization in taxation.
• PREFERRED: Three years in public accounting from Big Four or equivalent.

What’s the expected pay for this role?

• $90,000 to $115,000 per year
• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.

What do we offer?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account
• 401K matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Program, plus company matching
• Wellness Program, Daily Team Exercises
• Westlake University, Certification Programs
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
• AT&T Wireless Discounts
• Paid Vacations Days
• Paid Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Rental Car Discounts
• Dell Member Purchase Program
• UKG Wallet – pay advance

Acknowledgement
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.