Federal Tax Specialist
Federal Tax Specialist
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Job Description
Vanguard is a business that operates on trust trust that we focus on the client trust that assets are safe from fraud and trust that we employ intelligent ethical and informed crew. Thats why we hire bestinclass financial minds to conduct thorough research and recommend the right course of action. Vanguard is currently seeking one such expert to partner with our businesses.
Vanguards Federal Tax Specialist works closely with other tax professionals accountants and legal advisors to ensure that the organization remains in compliance with all federal tax obligations while optimizing tax positions and strategies across all business lines.Join our team and leverage your expertise to drive impactful financial strategies while enjoying a collaborative and growthoriented environment.
Responsibilities:
- Tax Technology and Software: Utilize tax software and technology tools to streamline tax processes improve accuracy and enhance efficiency. Stay current with advancements in tax technology and recommend improvements to existing systems and procedures.
- Tax Return Preparation and Filing: Prepare and file accurate and timely federal corporate tax returns ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This includes gathering and analyzing financial data identifying relevant tax positions and calculating tax liabilities.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with other members of the tax and finance teams as well as external advisors to ensure a coordinated approach to tax compliance and planning. Communicate effectively with various stakeholders including senior management to provide updates on tax matters and potential risks.
- Tax Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize federal tax liabilities and maximize tax benefits. This involves staying current with changes in tax laws regulations and rulings and advising management on potential tax implications of business decisions.
- Compliance and Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation of all taxrelated activities including tax returns supporting schedules work papers and correspondence with tax authorities. Ensure that all required records are properly stored and easily accessible for audits and inquiries.
- Audit Support: Assist with federal tax audits and examinations providing necessary documentation and explanations to tax authorities. Work with external auditors and legal advisors to resolve any issues or disputes that may arise during the audit process.
- Research and Analysis: Conduct indepth research on complex tax issues interpret tax laws and regulations and provide technical guidance to management and other stakeholders. Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains compliant and competitive.
- SOX Compliance: Ensure adherence to SarbanesOxley (SOX) controls and requirements. Maintaining compliance with internal control procedures related to tax processes.
- Training and Development: Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to maintain and enhance expertise in federal corporate taxation. Mentor and train junior tax staff to build a strong and knowledgeable tax team.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or a related field.
- Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification is highly desirable. Additional certifications suck as Certified Tax Advisor (CTA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) are advantageous.
- Experience: Minimum of 35 years of experience in federal corporate taxation preferably in a public accounting firm or a corporate tax department. Experience with tax planning compliance and audit support is essential.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in tax and ERP software (e.g. Oracle OneSource CCH or similar) and Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word PowerPoint). Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required.
- Knowledge: Indepth knowledge of federal tax laws regulations and rulings affecting corporate entities. Familiarity with international tax issues and transfer pricing is a plus.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex tax concepts in a clear and concise manner. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- ProblemSolving: Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to identify taxsaving opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Organization: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively.
- Ethics: High ethical standards and integrity with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and complying with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard we dont just have a missionwere on a mission.
To work for the longterm financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
Vanguards commitment to diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive equitable and diverseone that enables our employees whom we call crew to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization and everyone shares accountability for our progressfrom our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together were on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of carefor our clients our communities and each other.
Vanguards DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI download our Diversity Equity and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling inperson learning collaboration and connection. We believe our missiondriven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support longterm client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
