Tax Accountant II

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems products services and digital applications Voith sets standards in the markets of energy paper raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867 the company today has around 20700 employees sales of 4.8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith US Inc. is hiring:

Tax Accountant II
Appleton WI

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Reasons youll love working here:
Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
401K with generous company match
Climate-Neutral Footprint Worldwide
Tuition reimbursement

Summary

The Tax Accountant will play a key role in supporting the Americas regional tax function of a Germany based organization. This position is primarily responsible for tax compliance ensuring timely and accurate filings and payments and maintaining strong documentation that aligns with internal controls and external audit addition to compliance duties the Tax Accountant will assist with tax provision support tax technology improvements process optimization audits and various cross-functional projects as needed. This position works closely with other accounting and business unit employees internal departments and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual property tax filings sales/use tax Canadian GST/QST etc. Assist in maintaining Vertex (Customer records).
• Assist in the preparation of the US federal state and local income tax returns including supporting workpapers and disclosures.
• Support income tax provision processes including data gathering variance analysis and preparation of tax account roll forwards.
• Responsible for the tax basis of fixed asset records for all Voith North American companies. This includes the review for accuracy of all annual additions and the verification and oversight of all depreciation calculations that affect tax computations.
• Research and analyze tax issues to support compliance and strategic decision-making. Monitor emerging tax legislation to support compliance and business decisions.
• Contribute to estimated tax payments and cash tax analysis.
• Participate in tax technology and process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency accuracy and automation supporting organizational growth.
• Assist the Tax Director and/or Tax Manager from time to time on special projects or requests.

• Promote a collaborative team culture through professionalism open communication and shared goals.

Required Skills/Abilities -

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Alteryx OneSource ERP Systems (SAP & JD Edwards) or related software.

Education and Experience -

• Bachelors degree in Accounting required
• 2-4 years or more related experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. We welcome everyone to apply especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color LGBTQI community women individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen) Veterans people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.