Kosmos Energy · 2 weeks ago
Accountant, Tax
Dallas, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expKosmos Energy is a leading deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. The Tax Accountant position is responsible for applying tax laws and regulations to analyze financial information, prepare income tax provisions and returns, and ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies.
EnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual global tax provisions using OneSource Tax Provision software
Assist with preparation of monthly tax forecasts
Prepare U.S. federal and state tax extensions
Prepare U.S., international, and state tax returns using OneSource Income Tax software
Prepare local country income tax and indirect tax returns
Assist with research and document findings related to U.S. federal, state, and host country tax issues
Assist with tax audits including responding to notices and gathering data/preparing support schedules
Handle other projects, duties and responsibilities as assigned
Ability to work directly with VP, Tax on special projects, as needed
Special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2-4 years of income tax provision and tax compliance experience in public accounting firm
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; however, preference may be given to candidates with Master's in Taxation, CPA's or CPA candidates or other advance degrees
Working knowledge of ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes
Experience preparing forms 1120, 5471, and 8858
Ability to complete basic to intermediate tax research
Intermediate skills in Word, Excel
Must be able to maintain confidentiality
Original, creative thinker with the ability to formulate and express a contrarian viewpoint
Possess a strong ability to work in a team environment
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task
Exceptional productivity skills. Can be relied on to get the job done accurately and on time
Proven ability to collaborate with team and generate solutions
Must be an energetic self-starter with a passion for their work. An engaged, 'hands on' team player
Ability to handle and protect sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner
Must be able to work with international employees
Ability to handle multiple tasks and to coordinate efforts with other departments as required
Advanced problem solving and time management skills
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with all levels of staff
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment (computer, printer, copier, etc.)
Stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
Strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 25 pounds
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
Must be able to occasionally work overtime and weekends, generally related to quarterly and year-end tax provisions and leading up to the deadline for filing our U.S. consolidated income tax return
Preferred
OneSource Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision software experience
International oil and gas exploration and production industry tax experience
Spanish, Portuguese, and or French language competencies
Company
Kosmos Energy
KOSMOS ENERGY is a pathfinding oil and gas exploration and production company focused on frontier and emerging areas
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.55BKey Investors
Shell Oil CompanyWarburg Pincus
2026-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2025-09-25Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2024-09-10Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Neal Shah
Chief Financial Officer
Ashley Aills
Executive Assistant To Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
Business Wire
2026-01-16
Business Ghana
2026-01-09
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