Senior Tax Accountant

Company: Meggitt PLC
Location: Akron
Posted on: May 16, 2020

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 48912
Business Unit: Meggitt USA (3400)
Location:

Akron, OH, United States, 93063

Meggitt is a global engineering group specializing in extreme environment products and smart sub-systems for aerospace, defense and energy markets. We employ over 11,000 people across manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, North America, with regional bases in India and the Middle East. Job Designation

The Senior Tax Accountant assists with the day-to-day management of federal and state tax compliance, income tax provision, both preparation and review, state tax notices and tax examinations, and also with daily cash management and forecasting. All duties will be performed in accordance with the company s policies and procedures and all US state and federal laws and regulations for the U.S. operations. Job Core Responsibilities

* Calculate quarterly estimated Federal & State tax payments and extensions.

* Preparation and review of BU Federal & State Tax Pkgs, R&D Templates.

* Assist with preparation and review of annual tax provision workpapers and with computation of the annual tax provision.

* Assist with tax audits, responding to tax notices and ad-hoc tax research.

* Proactively interact with business units to gather information and resolve tax-related problems.

* Assist with the timely collection and monitoring the status of Federal & State tax pkgs and other tax deliverables.

* Assist with the preparation of the Federal & State tax depreciation.

* Assist with Treasury-related functions including, but not limited to, monitoring daily cash balances and requirements, assisting with establishing and monitoring letters of credit, initiate wire transfer, and monitor ZBA and Non-ZBA bank accounts.

Job Specifications

Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting; Master degree in Taxation a plus

Years\' Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience.

Skills:

* Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills

* Strong prioritization and decision making skills

* Strong analytical and research skills

* Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task

* Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports

* Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained

* Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically

* Ability to research and analyze data effectively

* Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines

* Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

* Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, procedures and standards policy and procedure development techniques

* Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to federal and state tax codes

* Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications #LI-NM1



This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Meggitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at 1-855-474-7665 or HRISon@meggitt.com.

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