Senior Tax Accountant

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About the job

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and supporting the US Tax Team. You will have the opportunity to work in various areas of tax and regulatory compliance, contributing to the overall success and growth of our organization. Currently, this is a Hybrid opportunity located in Indianapolis, IN, Houston, TX, Richmond, VA, Warrington, PA, or Kenosha, WI.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Support the preparation and submission of federal, state, and local income tax filings, including a consolidated federal return and unitary or separate company state returns for most states. 
• Preparing the calculations and filings of income tax estimates and extensions.
• Handling regulatory correspondence, inquiries, and audits.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external service providers to gather, analyze, and validate company data for tax purposes. 
• Nexus studies and state and local tax registrations. 
• Gross receipts and franchise tax filings, transfer pricing documentation, and indirect tax (sales tax and VAT) compliance. 
• Property tax filings and informational reporting (such as Forms 1099) and international tax compliance efforts. 
• Secretary of State qualifications and compliance. 
• BPOL (Business, Professional and Occupational License) filings and U.S. Census reporting (BEA). 
• Unclaimed property reporting and related compliance activities. 
• Monthly and annual tax provision work (ASC 740 / IAS 12) and tax account reconciliations.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance departmental processes and efficiency. 
• Provide guidance to staff and review staff or peer work, ensuring high standards and accuracy across all deliverables. 

"We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games."

What you know:

You have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related with relevant experience, and:

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience related to tax at the public or industry level
• Advanced general accounting knowledge
• Comprehensive knowledge of corporate income tax and regulatory compliance at the federal and state levels
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and a proactive interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to optimize tax work and processes
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision making
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $100,000 - $115,000.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.