Tax Accountant

Tax AccountantThe role of the Tax Accountant is to ensure compliance for multi-jurisdictional tax laws and regulations by managing the preparation, filing and coordinating various tax returns and payments. This position maintains financial records, performs monthly closings duties, and supports internal teams with tax-related questions and analysis.Primary Responsibilities (Include But Are Not Limited To):Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted company policies and practicesResponsible for Filing of State Sales/Use tax returns for multiple locations; multiple States. Ensures proper recording of Tax liability entries to the General Ledger. Maintains supporting documentation.Preparation and Filing of Canadian HST/GST Tax Returns. Ensures proper recording of Tax liability entries to the General Ledger. Maintains supporting documentation.Coordinates the estimated tax payments due to IRS and State tax authorities.Coordinates the estimated tax payments due to Canada Revenue Agency.Coordinates import GST payments due to Canada Border Services AgencyFiling of local tax requirements (multiple locations, States).Gathers information and performs necessary research to complete and file US Government Census reporting.Analyzes General Ledger for tax variances and exceptions and prepares journal entries for month end closing.Answers tax and related Accounting questions by researching and interpreting data.Perform such other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required3 - 5 years related work experienceProficient in Microsoft ExcelExperience with ERP systems a must; SAP highly desirableSales and Use Tax ExperienceKnowledge of International Accounting Standards (IFRS) a plusAbility to work with others in complex management matrix structureExcellent communications skills, both written and verbalMust possess "soft skills": conflict resolution and negotiation, personal effectiveness, creative problem solving, strategic thinking, team building, and influencing skillsExpertise in dealing with people effectively and politelyU.S. Citizenship or Qualified U.S. workerPhysical Requirements:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.About JenoptikAt Jenoptik, people with the specific JENIUS character are changing the world with the power of light. That demands a spirit of exploration and dedication. If you're one of us, come meet the challenges facing the world. At Jenoptik, we're creating a better future for all of us.The Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions division offers photonics-based, innovative and sustainable solutions, including technologies and services for traffic safety, public safety and toll control.For this purpose, Jenoptik develops, manufactures and distributes components, systems and services which contribute towards greater road traffic safety throughout the world. The product portfolio comprises comprehensive systems relating to all aspects of road traffic, such as speed measurement and red light monitoring systems, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) products and systems for the detection of traffic violations.Thanks to the digital combination of several sensor technologies with software and data management, Jenoptik is also a new systems supplier for truck toll monitoring on federal highways in Germany.Work with us to ensure that our components, systems and services contribute to making roads and communities safer.Have we made you interested in this position? If so, we look forward to receiving your online application. Should you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach Nearest Secondary Market: Miami