Tax Accountant

Kforce's client, one of Garden City, NY's top companies, is seeking a Tax Accountant for their Garden City, NY office.

Summary:In this role, the Tax Accountant will provide support to the Tax Manager to ensure the Company meets its tax filing obligations. This is a unique opportunity to move from public accounting into an "in-house" tax role. Improve your work-life balance with this company that offers outstanding compensation, benefits, and work environment/culture.

Responsibilities:

• The Tax Accountant will prepare workpapers for federal, state, and local income tax returns for various business entities
• Track filing obligations of the Company's entities Project federal and state taxable income on a quarterly basis so that estimates taxes are timely paid
• As a Tax Accountant, you will maintain tax files in a highly organized fashion
• Assist in various aspects of tax planning and consulting* Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree in Taxation preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in Tax Department of a public accounting firm or corporate tax department
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheet programs, depreciation, and tax preparation software
• Attention to detail
• Personable, able to deal within the framework of a large organization and work with others as a team player