Tax Associate

Topcon America Corporation (TAC) is the wholly-owned American subsidiary of Topcon Corporation the worlds leading manufacturer of surveying ophthalmic GPS and industrial instruments and positioning control products for the civil engineering and construction industries. Topcon America Corporation supports all of our business units around the globe to ensure a consistent and holistic business financial IT and human capital approach is adhered to.

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Summary

Topcon America Corporation is seeking an entry-level Tax Associate to join our tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build hands-on experience in corporate tax.

The Tax Associate will support the preparation of federal state local property sales/use and other tax filings while assisting with tax research documentation reconciliations and compliance activities. The role will work closely with experienced tax professionals and receive guidance and training while developing practical knowledge of corporate tax processes regulations and reporting requirements.

Recent graduates and candidates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering reviewing organizing and validating financial information needed for tax filings and reporting.
• Support the preparation of federal state local sales/use property and other tax returns schedules and supporting documentation.
• Assist with tax account reconciliations and help research and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized tax records workpapers supporting documentation and filing calendars.
• Conduct basic tax research using regulations instructions and other available resources.
• Assist the tax team with monitoring filing requirements deadlines payments and other compliance activities.
• Support tax audits by gathering documentation preparing schedules and responding to information requests.
• Assist with analyzing financial data and identifying information relevant to tax reporting and compliance.
• Develop a working understanding of tax laws and regulations applicable to the companys operations.
• Provide support for tax-related business activities and special projects under the guidance of senior team members.
• Assist with tax-related activities associated with business transactions including acquisitions or organizational changes as needed.
• Collaborate with Accounting Finance and other internal teams to obtain information needed for tax reporting.
• Perform other tax accounting and finance-related projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration Taxation or a related field
• Recent graduates with relevant accounting or tax coursework are encouraged to apply.
• Progress toward a CPA EA or other accounting/tax certification is a plus
• 02 years of relevant experience; internship experience in tax accounting audit or finance is welcomed.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements through education internship or work experience.
• Exposure to federal and state tax concepts through coursework or practical experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working with financial data and spreadsheets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including formulas sorting filtering and organizing data.
• Ability and willingness to research tax questions and learn new regulations and processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive financial and tax information.
• Strong willingness to learn and take direction from experienced team members.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship part-time or entry-level experience in tax accounting audit or finance.
• Exposure to tax preparation accounting or ERP software.
• Experience working with financial data account reconciliations or financial reporting.
• Coursework or internship exposure involving corporate income tax sales/use tax property tax or other business taxes.
• Advanced Excel coursework or experience is a plus.