Accounting & Tax Specialist

Focus; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Focus is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Tax Specialist to oversee financial reporting, manage corporate tax compliance, and ensure our documentation meets regulatory standards. You will prepare core financial statements and sign off on disclosures.

This role requires strong IFRS and GAAP knowledge, experience with ERP systems, and the ability to coordinate with leadership. Hybrid/onsite work options and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting, management, finance or related field.
• Certified Accountant designation required.
• Strong IFRS and GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and validate core financial statements (balance sheets, income statements) and co-sign with the Board.
• Calculate, validate and ensure accurate corporate tax filings and obligations.
• Prepare documentation for external audits, regulators and tax bodies.
• Maintain compliant archives of accounting and tax records.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Tax calculations

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Organization

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Certified Accountant designation

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounting & Tax Specialist

Location: Onsite / Hybrid

Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Tax Specialist to oversee financial reporting, manage corporate tax compliance, and ensure our financial documentation meets all legal and regulatory standards. In this role, you will prepare core financial statements, validate tax calculations, and partner with leadership to sign off on financial disclosures.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Statements: Prepare and validate key financial documents, including balance sheets, income statements, and accounting annexes. Co-sign financial statements alongside the Board of Directors.

• Tax Calculation & Compliance: Calculate, validate, and ensure accurate preparation of all corporate tax obligations. Implement legislative and regulatory changes affecting accounting and tax functions.

• Audits & External Entities: Prepare required documentation for external tax entities, regulatory bodies, and independent auditors.

• Compliance & Archiving: Maintain compliant archives of all accounting and tax documentation in accordance with legal and corporate requirements.

Key Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: University degree in Accounting, Management, Finance, or a related field. Certified Accountant designation (or equivalent local accounting certification) required.

• Technical Standards: Solid working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Tax Expertise: Hands-on experience calculating, preparing, and validating tax filings and obligations.

• Software & Systems: Proficient with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office (specifically Excel).

• Core Competencies: Strong critical analysis skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a multi-tasking mindset.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Previous accounting and tax experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Background in preparing comprehensive financial statements and executive management reporting.

• Fluency in English (if not native language).

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance incentives.

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance.

• Retirement savings plans and paid time off (PTO).

• Continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities.