Tax Accountant: Global Tax & Compliance Expert

American Express; Cheyenne (WY); Remote; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our corporate tax team. You will support timely tax audits, closing processes, and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, strong Excel and data analysis skills, and the opportunity to contribute to our financial planning and reporting. Previous experience in financial services and CPA track are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate tax or tax accounting experience.
• Financial services experience preferred.
• CPA track or CPA preferred.
• Experience with Oracle and OneSource Tax is an asset.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly summaries and journal entries to support accounting and tax teams during the closing process.
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns for financial disclosure.
• Ensure that the tax accounting system is properly maintained.
• Support global taxation in all areas of process improvement and compliance with SOX and other controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Social skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Oracle

OneSource Tax

Job description

American Express is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our corporate tax team. You will support timely tax audits, closing processes, and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, strong Excel and data analysis skills, and the opportunity to contribute to our financial planning and reporting. Previous experience in financial services and CPA track are a plus.