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Income Tax Accountant

Kforce Inc.

Wayne, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$90,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Automation, Calendar Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Consulting, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Tax, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Document Change Management, Document Management, Documentation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Disclosure, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Income Tax, International Tax, Legal, Local Tax, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Short Messaging Service (SMS), State Tax, Tax Accounting, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Tax Reporting, Tax Returns, Tax Software, Time Management, Transfer Pricing, Treasury, Vlookups, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Wayne, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Income Tax Accountant in Wayne, NJ. Key Responsibilities: Income Tax Provision & Reporting:
  • Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740
  • Support the calculation of current and deferred tax positions
  • Prepare and analyze tax account reconciliations
  • Assist in the preparation of tax-related financial statement disclosures
  • Monitor and document changes in tax regulations and assess financial reporting impacts
Tax Compliance:
  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax workpapers
  • Support the completion of corporate income tax returns and extensions
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors during compliance and audit activities
  • Maintain tax calendars and ensure timely filing of tax-related obligations
  • Assist with tax notices and audit inquiries from taxing authorities
Tax Analysis & Research:
  • Research and analyze tax issues, regulations, and emerging legislation
  • Prepare supporting documentation and memorandums for tax positions
  • Evaluate the tax impact of business transactions and accounting changes
  • Assist with tax planning initiatives and process improvements
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Payroll, HR, and Legal teams to obtain information needed for tax reporting and compliance
  • Support external audits and respond to information requests
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure tax implications are properly considered in business decisions
Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, controls, and documentation
  • Assist with automation and efficiency initiatives within the tax function
  • Maintain organized tax records and supporting schedules

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3-7 years of corporate income tax, public accounting, or tax consulting experience
  • Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting and tax provision calculations
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax principles
  • Understanding of corporate tax compliance processes
  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and complex formulas
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA certification or CPA candidate
  • Public accounting experience, preferably with a national or regional firm
  • Experience with OneSource, Corptax, Vertex, Alteryx, or similar tax software
  • Experience supporting multinational or publicly traded organizations
  • Knowledge of international tax concepts and transfer pricing
Key Competencies:
  • Income Tax Accounting
  • ASC 740 Tax Provision
  • Tax Compliance & Reporting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Tax Research
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Process Improvement

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/

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