What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Specialist position at FTS Inc?
*Hybrid schedule following training
Our partner in Oneida is seeking a Tax Specialist to join their team. This person will be a part of the treasury team but will primarily focused on income and payroll tax.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares state registrations for income tax and unemployment accounts for various entities.
- Monitors out-of-state employee locations, ensuring proper tax setup and maintaining entity-specific lists.
- Manages timely setup and registration for new out-of-state employees, finalizing state filings upon termination.
- Collaborates with Payroll and HR to determine filing requirements for out-of-state employees.
- Coordinates with state agencies and tax preparers on withholding or unemployment tax matters, authorized by the Director and Legal department.
- Reviews state payroll tax filings for accuracy and timeliness, maintaining a compliance checklist.
- Logs and reviews notices from state governments and other agencies.
- Assists in tracking, reporting, and maintaining sales tax returns.
- Stays updated on state tax rules for various employee types amid regulatory changes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance (REQUIRED) 3.0 GPA or higher
- Public Accounting experience is strongly preferred
- Proven experience in tax preparation and compliance
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting principles
- Proficiency in using accounting software such as Sage or similar platforms
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Payroll Tax: 2 years (Required)
- Income Tax: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
