Tax Accountant II

James Hardie Building Products Inc.

Job Location:

Mission Viejo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 68000 - 86000

Posted on: 09-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About James Hardie
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and StruXure.

With over 8000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago we boast 31 operating sites 6 recycling facilities and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce were united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation a Zero Harm culture and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

The Tax Accountant II reports to the Tax Manager. As a member of the Income Tax Team the Tax Accountant II will support the tax group with various tax matters including but not limited to tax accounting and reporting under ASC 740 and federal and state tax compliance. In executing the responsibilities required of this position the Tax Accountant II interacts with a variety of accounting and finance personnel throughout the Company.

What Youll Do:

Federal and State Income Tax Compliance: (40%)
- Assist in preparation of federal book/tax differences supporting workpapers.
- Prepare state and local income tax returns.
- Assist in preparation of quarterly estimated income tax returns and extensions.
- Assist in preparation of state apportionment workpapers.
Assist in the preparation of quarterly and year-end tax accounting requirements: (30%)
- Prepare quarterly forecasted and year to date actual permanent and temporary differences.
- Assist in preparation of quarterly ASC740 tax provision workbook.
- Update quarterly and annual reconciliation of tax accounts.
Fixed Asset Tax Depreciation: (15%)
- Prepare quarterly and year end reports for Federal State AMT and E & P tax depreciation.
- Prepare quarterly and year end gain/loss reports.
- Review assets additions for proper useful life and compliance with capitalization policy.
- Reconcile GAAP to tax balances.
Assist in support of Tax Special Projects: (15%)
- Respond to federal and state tax notices.
- Support in defense of federal and state income tax audits.
- Support in analysis of implication of changes in federal and state tax laws.

What Youll Bring:

Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting required

CPA CA or equivalent or candidate eligible to sit for exam

2 years of relevant work experience; some Big 4 experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to successfully prepare state and local income tax returns and supporting workpapers in a timely and accurate manner

Demonstrated knowledge of tax depreciation guidelines and regulations

Broad technical knowledge of corporate taxation

Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Ability to research complex tax issues provide reasonable basis for tax positions and present developed solutions to leadership

Motivated self-starter

Excellent computer skills Excel (e.g. pivot tables v-lookups) Word PowerPoint

Familiarity with tax preparation software and tax research engines preferred; OneSource SAP and other financially related software preferred

What Youll Receive:

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $68000.00 to $86000.00. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience skills geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
Insurance: day-one health coverage medical dental vision life insurance
Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
Work-Life Balance: parental leave wellness programs
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity/expression genetic information veterans status marital status pregnancy disability or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits
including but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces
Act in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

About James HardieJames Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and S...