Accounting Manager - Special Projects & Taxation

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

Location: Houston, TX

Job Description:

The Special Projects and Taxation Manager is responsible for:



Successful completion of corporate accounting projects as assigned, which may include, but would not be limited to performing accounting research & analysis, coordinating with outside consultants and vendors, working with and for internal projects teams and assisting in the financial reporting function as needed




Minimum Requirements:



Bachlor's degree in accounting and/or finance

Four to seven years' progressively more responsible experience in accounting, financial reporting and/or federal/state tax compliance, provisions and tax planning

Ability to work in fast-paced environment handles multiple tasks and prioritizes work

Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with personnel from other departments

Ability to interpret and apply theory and knowledge; sound judgment in decision-making

Ability to solve problems; must possess excellent analytical skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Excellent project management skills

Proven team-building, mentoring, training, and coaching skills

Intermediate level computer competency including Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Working knowledge of GAAP. FASB, accounting policies, processes and procedures



Preferred Qualifications:



MAcc, MST or MBA preferred

Experience in Big 4 Accounting of a combination of Big 4 and industry experience

Experience in banking industry accounting and/or taxation

CPA and/or CMA designation

Thorough knowledge of U.S./state tax laws, regulations, ruling cases, etc., SFAS 109 and related GAAP provisions

Compliance experience preparing corporation tax returns using FAST TAX or comparable computerized tax processing systems

Working knowledge of accounting and banking systems such as Fidelity, Treev, Image Depot, etc.

Knowledge and experience with Hyperion Essbase, MS SQL and/or Access




Duties may include: Tax return preparation and support, coordination with outside service providers; preparation of tan estimates and extensions; quarterly and annual FAS 109 tax provision preparation and tax account analysis. This individual also ensures compliance with property and sales/use tax requirements; resolves and response to all tax notices; assists with tax audits and conducts tax research and planning.

Duties:



Responsible for project management and/or project interface involving the accounting department

Assists in monthly financial accounting close and reporting processes on a monthly basis

Responsible for maintenance and documentation of tax related internal controls and processed in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley / Section 404

Oversight of responsibility for:



tax return preparation and support, including coordination with outside service providers

preparation of tax estimates and extensions

preparation of quarterly and annual FAS 109 tax provision support and tax account analysis

compliance with property and sales and use tax requirements

resolution and response to all tax notices

tax audits, research and/or planning

review of the consolidated federal tax return, including preparation, documentation and review of all Schedule M's

preparation of the estimated federal tax payments including reconciling book income, determining temporary, permanent and equity differences and documenting such items

tax return elections

review of schedules and analysis of book income to taxable income, including documentation

review and analysis of annual report footnotes/disclosures, including documentation and 10K/Q reporting, as required

review and analysis of financial accounts to determine if book/tax differences are correct and if tax planning opportunities exist


Provide IRS Exam assistance, where requested

Interface with outside accounting and law firms related to other tax matters as requested

Performs special tax projects in accounting and financial reporting as determined



We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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