Senior Tax Accountant

LHH; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH seeks a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Tax Accountant to join their finance team in Kansas City. This role involves preparing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and supporting tax planning initiatives, requiring strong technical knowledge and excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in tax accounting or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of tax codes and compliance procedures.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file accurate federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with tax planning strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Tax Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and supporting tax planning initiatives. This role requires strong technical knowledge of tax laws and excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file accurate federal, state, and local tax returns for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and reconciliations of tax-related accounts.
• Assist with tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from regulatory authorities.
• Maintain and update tax records and documentation.
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax consultants as needed.
• Stay current on changes in tax legislation and accounting standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification or progress toward certification preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in tax accounting or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of tax codes, regulations, and compliance procedures.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with corporate tax filings and multi-state tax issues.
• Familiarity with international tax regulations is a plus.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is advantageous.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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Medical insurance

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