Income Tax Accountant

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Income Tax Accountant in Wayne, NJ. Key Responsibilities: Income Tax Compliance:

• Prepare federal, state, and local income tax workpapers and supporting schedules
• Assist with the preparation and review of corporate income tax returns and extensions
• Support responses to tax notices, audits, and inquiries from taxing authorities
• Maintain tax compliance calendars and ensure timely filing of tax obligations
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors as needed

• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740
• Calculate and analyze current and deferred tax positions
• Prepare tax account reconciliations and supporting documentation
• Support the preparation of tax disclosures for financial statements and SEC reporting
• Analyze effective tax rate drivers and tax-related financial statement impacts

• Research federal and state tax regulations and assess impacts on the business
• Prepare memorandums and documentation supporting tax positions
• Analyze the tax implications of business transactions and organizational changes
• Assist with tax planning projects and strategic tax initiatives
• Monitor legislative developments and communicate potential impacts to management

• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Payroll, Treasury, Legal, and Human Resources teams
• Gather information necessary to support tax calculations and reporting obligations
• Assist with external and internal audit requests related to tax matters
• Support special projects and business initiatives that have tax implications

• Identify opportunities to enhance tax processes, controls, and documentation
• Assist with tax technology and automation initiatives
• Maintain organized tax records and supporting schedules to ensure audit readiness
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3-7 years of direct tax experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm
• Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting and income tax provision calculations
• Experience preparing tax workpapers and supporting compliance activities
• Strong understanding of federal and state income tax regulations
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• CPA certification or CPA candidate
• Public accounting experience with a regional or national firm
• Experience with OneSource, Corptax, Vertex, or similar tax software
• Experience in a publicly traded or large corporate environment
• Knowledge of multi-state taxation and tax reporting requirements

• Direct Tax Compliance
• ASC 740 Tax Accounting
• Tax Provision Preparation
• Financial Reporting
• Tax Research & Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration