Summary
Lightcast is hiring a Tax Accountant - 1041 (Remote) to join their remote team. Detail-oriented Corporate Tax Accountant with at least 2 years of corporate tax experience responsible for supporting federal, state, local, and international tax compliance activities.
About the role
Detail-oriented Corporate Tax Accountant with at least 2 years of corporate tax experience responsible for supporting federal, state, local, and international tax compliance activities. This role assists with tax return preparation, tax provisions, audits, tax research, and indirect tax filings while ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. The position collaborates closely with accounting and finance teams to support accurate tax reporting and process improvements.
Major Responsibilities:
Assist with filing federal, state, and local corporate tax returns and supporting workpapers.
Coordinate with external vendors regarding international tax filings and returns.
Support annual income tax provision calculations and reporting in accordance with ASC 740.
Reconcile tax accounts and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
Assist with U.S. and international tax audits by gathering information and responding to inquiries.
Conduct tax research to ensure compliance and identify tax-saving opportunities.
Support estimated tax payments and filing extensions.
Manage U.S. and international sales tax filings.
Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate reporting of tax-related transactions.
Maintain organized tax records, schedules, and documentation.
Participate in finance process improvement initiatives.
Assist with property tax and other indirect tax compliance requirements.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required
Minimum 2 years of corporate tax experience in public accounting or a corporate environment is required.
Working knowledge of federal and state corporate tax regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax/accounting software.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with ASC 740 tax provision processes.
CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification.
Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.
Experience with Avalara AvaTax.
International tax experience.