American Water · 2 days ago
Senior Tax Accountant
Camden, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$71K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expAmerican Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, providing essential services to millions. The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for all income tax matters, including tax provisions, compliance, and audits, while also assisting in regional regulatory proceedings.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and Review monthly, quarterly and annual Income tax Provisions and tax notes to the financial statements for the region
Preparation of the U.S. federal and state income tax returns, estimated payments and extensions
Prepare quarterly reconciliations for taxes payable and deferred tax
Respond to federal and state audit requests
Perform research in various income tax related subjects and summarize findings for review
Responsible for ensuring timely filing of the regional regulatory proceedings
Responsible for the income tax related subjects for the assigned regions
Assist in the preparation of the tax forecast and communicate results to the budgeting team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in an accounting related field required
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Tax Compliance and Tax Accounting
Prior experience in a multi-subsidiary environment required
Active State Driver's License required with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report
Ability to work as part of a high performing team
Utilize highly effective listening and feedback skills to promote open and constructive dialogue
Effective communication of complex topics to a wide and varied audience
Willingness to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently to complete assignments
Knowledge of GAAP, taxation regulations, and company policies
Intermediate experience with tax research for day-to-day tax issues
Excellent skills in time management, organizational, analytical, problem solving, written & verbal communication
Advance level knowledge of MS Office
Preferred
CPA Certification and/or master's degree in tax preferred
Prior experience in the utility/regulated industry desired
Big 4 Experience is a plus
Familiarity of various tax software's (OIT, CCH, CHECKPOINT) PowerTax and PowerTax Provision is a plus
Intermediate experience with Microsoft AX Dynamics, Oracles, SAP, or other ERP software preferred
Benefits
401(k)
Defined Contribution Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Medical
Prescription
Dental and vision coverage
Disability
Paid time off
Life insurance
Voluntary benefits
Health and wellness programs
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
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