Senior Tax Accountant, Robert Half

Senior Tax Accountant

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Menlo Park

Category:

Finance

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for managing and facilitating income tax processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting tax strategies to optimize financial outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in tax planning, reporting, and compliance, as well as strong knowledge of local and federal tax laws. This role requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns and related compliance documents
Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues and advise management on implications
Ensure accurate and timely quarterly and annual income tax provisions
Monitor changes in tax legislation and implement strategies to ensure compliance while optimizing tax positions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, legal, and operations) to support business initiatives from a tax perspective
Manage tax audits, responding to inquiries and coordinating with external auditors or advisors as needed
Provide mentorship and training to junior team members to build internal tax expertise
Support continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in all areas of tax accounting

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MST strongly preferred)
Professional certifications or advanced degrees, such as CPA, MST, or equivalent work experience
5–7+ years of progressive tax accounting experience, ideally in a public accounting firm or a corporate tax department
Proficiency in preparing and analyzing complex tax documents and financial statements
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations, especially in California
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills
Experience with Workday software
Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience in industries such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, or construction
Familiarity with AI tools for tax analysis and automation

Nice to have:

Familiarity with AI tools for tax analysis and automation

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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