Title:  Senior Associate, Tax

Job Title: Senior Associate, Tax

Job Code: 25523

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

• Prepare U.S. federal and state & local income tax and franchise tax returns, including quarterly estimated payments and extensions.
• Prepare components of federal taxable income, including the calculation of book-tax differences.
• Compile and analyze data for key state tax estimates, including apportionment, blended tax rates, state modifications and attribute utilization schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of our quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations pursuant to ASC 740.
• Prepare tax account reconciliations and proofs to support our federal and state income tax balances.
• Assist in gathering, documenting and supporting the testing of all relevant SOX controls.
• Assist with responses to audit inquiries from taxing authorities, and internal and external auditors.
• Assist with special projects (general tax planning and modeling, M&A support, Research and Development credits, etc.), as necessary.
• Participate in tax process optimization and implement procedural changes to improve the tax function. 

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A top-notch culture of collaboration and inclusiveness.
• Work-life balance and flexibility.

Qualifications:

• Must reside in the Melbourne, FL area or be willing to relocate upon hire.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience in accounting.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• CPA, JD, or MST a plus
• Experience with a Big 4 or Regional accounting firm and/or large tax department of a multinational company preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Detail oriented, analytical, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.