Strategic Corporate Tax & Audit Accountant

Shape Corp.; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shape Corp. is seeking a Tax Accountant to own and support key responsibilities within the Corporate Accounting function, focusing on tax compliance, external audit coordination, financial reporting, reconciliations, and close activities at the Michigan headquarters.

The role collaborates with Corporate Finance and regional teams, serves as a primary liaison with auditors and tax advisors, and drives process improvements in controls and reporting efficiency while maintaining thorough

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Accounting degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to corporate accounting, tax, or audit.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for complex data analysis.
• CPA certification preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support federal, state, local, and international corporate tax compliance.
• Coordinate and support global transfer pricing compliance and indirect tax.
• Support and coordinate tax audits, gather documentation, and summarize issues.
• Serve as a key contact for external auditors and assist with financial reporting schedules.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and close activities.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Assist Corporate Finance leadership with ad hoc financial analyses.
• Perform additional duties as directed by leadership.

Skills

US GAAP

Journal entries

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Tax software

Job description

Shape Corp. is seeking a Tax Accountant to own and support key responsibilities within the Corporate Accounting function, focusing on tax compliance, external audit coordination, financial reporting, reconciliations, and close activities at the Michigan headquarters.

The role collaborates with Corporate Finance and regional teams, serves as a primary liaison with auditors and tax advisors, and drives process improvements in controls and reporting efficiency while maintaining thorough