Senior Tax Accountant Job

The Senior Tax Accountant will directly report to the Tax Supervisor.  The position is responsible for assisting with the preparation of monthly ASC740 income tax provisions, federal, state, and local income tax compliance, tax planning/forecasting, and special tax-related projects as needed. This position will collaborate with finance and accounting functions both in the US and France.  Little to no travel expected, with exception of conferences/trainings or team meetings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• ASC740 Tax Provision and Reporting (60%) – prepare monthly ASC740 income tax provision including current and deferred tax reconciliations and certain internal/external disclosures for US and Canada.
• Federal, State, and Local Income Tax Compliance (20%) – prepare extension and quarterly estimated payment schedules, support tax compliance calculations and analyses, and tax return preparation and/or review.
• Tax Planning and Forecasting (10%) – assist in implementing tax planning strategies to optimize effective tax rate and cash tax positions and communicating results to accounting and finance functions both in US and France. Prepare quarterly and annual cash tax budgeting.
• Special Projects (10%) – develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Support M&A activity, legal entity restructuring, and other ad hoc projects as needed. Monitor and communicate tax law changes and issues.

Years of Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in corporate tax and/or public accounting environment

Education and areas of focus

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance
• Masters in Tax a plus
• CPA Certification a plus

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of ASC740 and U.S. federal and state income tax laws
• Experience with OneSource Tax Provision or other tax provision software
• Moderate experience with SAP or other ERP systems preferred
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Business Objects and/or Alteryx a plus
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills 

HES Requirements

• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Hybrid schedule - minimum of 3 days in the office
• Requires work beyond normal hours to meet accounting deadlines or other project driven deadlines. This may include some holidays to ensure compliance with reporting deadline requirements.

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