Tax Accountant

Columbus McKinnon; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking an Accountant, Tax to support US federal/state filings and tax provisioning in a hybrid work arrangement at our global headquarters. You will help with ASC 740 provisions, tax research, and cooperation with IRS and state agencies.

Collaborate with global controllers to analyze data, prepare papers, and contribute to a proactive tax organization while pursuing CPA licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, finance, economics, statistics or analytics.
• Plans to pursue CPA license.

Responsibilities

• In-house preparation, in OneSource Income Tax software, of the consolidated group’s US federal and state income tax filings.
• Assist with the preparation, in OneSource Tax Provision, of the interim and annual tax provisions per ASC 740 with supporting workpapers.
• Aid in foreign informational reporting (Forms 5471, 8858).
• Assist with tax research including analysis of new tax laws and potential impact on the Company.
• Correspond with the IRS and state departments of revenue regarding notices and audits.
• Collaborate with global business unit controllers to obtain and analyze relevant tax data.
• Actively participate in building a professional, proactive, responsive, technically strong tax organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tax research

Problem solving

CPA candidate

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics or Analytics

Tools

OneSource Income Tax

OneSource Tax Provision

Tax research tools

Job description

The Accountant, Tax reports to the Manager, Tax. This role will be based at Columbus McKinnon Corporation global headquarters with a hybrid work schedule. The Accountant, Tax will support various income tax functions including tax compliance, tax provision computations, and tax planning initiatives. The Accountant, Tax will be a key member of the tax department as the Company continues to grow and evolve.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• In-house preparation, in OneSource Income Tax software, of the consolidated group’s US federal and state income tax filings.
• Assist with the preparation, in OneSource Tax Provision, of the interim and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740. Prepare supporting workpapers and reconciliations.
• Aid in foreign informational reporting (Forms 5471, 8858).
• Assist with tax research including analysis of new tax laws and the potential impact on the Company.
• Correspond with the IRS and state departments of revenue regarding notices and audits.
• Collaborate with global business unit controllers to obtain then analyze relevant tax data.
• Actively participate in the building of a professional, proactive, responsive, technically strong tax organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Detail oriented with ability to effectively take direction, self-review, problem solve, and appropriately escalation concerns.
• Confident, effective verbal and written communicator in both individual and group settings.
• Active listener that can interpret instructions given in written and oral form.
• Well organized and able to document work performed.
• Works well individually and with teams.
• Experience with tax research tools or income tax preparation software is a plus.
• Enthusiastic attitude, adaptable to change, and enjoys collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics or Analytics required.
• Plans to pursue CPA license.

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.

Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.