Tax Staff Accountant II

Discount Tire; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Discount Tire is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant II in Scottsdale to perform day-to-day tax accounting and compliance activities. You will prepare returns, analyze tax data, and support tax provisions under supervision with increasing independence.

The role requires at least two years in tax or accounting, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of multi-state tax concepts. This position supports internal teams and external providers in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of income tax, accounting, or related experience; pass-through tax experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze company financial and tax records for income and franchise tax compliance.
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and calculations for federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Prepare tax returns using tax software and Excel workpapers.
• Summarize and explain routine income tax positions for reporting periods.
• Assist with tax provisions, estimates, and supporting documentation.
• Research routine tax questions and document conclusions for management.
• Identify data discrepancies, tax exposures, and deadlines; suggest next steps.
• Manage tasks, coordinate information requests, and meet filing deadlines.
• Collaborate with Direct Tax team, business partners, and service providers.
• Maintain audit-ready workpapers and documentation.
• Suggest improvements to recurring work processes and stay current on tax knowledge.

Skills

Analytical

Research

Problem solving

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

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

Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting (encouraged)

Tools

Excel

Word

Tax preparation software

Job description

Overview

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for more than 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

Overview

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for more than 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

Under general supervision, the Tax Staff Accountant II performs day-to-day direct tax accounting and compliance activities using established processes and developing tax knowledge. This intermediate-level role prepares tax workpapers, schedules, and assigned federal, state, and local tax filings; analyzes routine tax data; and resolves straightforward issues with increasing independence. The position manages core responsibilities and assigned projects, recommends practical process improvements, and escalates complex matters or significant exceptions appropriately.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyze company financial and tax records for assigned income and franchise tax compliance activities.
• Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and calculations for income tax returns, including depreciation and apportionment workpapers.
• Prepare assigned federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns using tax preparation software and Excel workpapers.
• Gather, summarize, calculate, and explain routine income tax positions for various reporting periods.
• Assist with the preparation of tax provisions, estimates, and related supporting documentation.
• Research routine tax questions, document conclusions, and communicate findings to the manager or senior team members.
• Identify data discrepancies, tax exposures, process issues, or deadline concerns and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Manage assigned tasks and projects, coordinate information requests, and meet established filing and reporting deadlines.
• Collaborate with Direct Tax team members, internal business partners, and external service providers as assigned.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Apply established best practices and suggest improvements to recurring work processes.
• Maintain current job knowledge through training, research, professional publications, and educational opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of income tax, accounting, or related experience is required; pass-through tax experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, income tax compliance, book-to-tax differences, fixed assets and depreciation, and multi-state income and franchise tax concepts.
• Ability to complete core responsibilities independently, troubleshoot straightforward issues, and resolve complex matters appropriately.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with tax preparation software is preferred.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and produce accurate work under general supervision.
• Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, customer service, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, accept and apply feedback, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate attention to detail.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required.
• Desire to obtain a Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting and/or Certified Public Accountant designation is encouraged.

Work Days

Normal work days are Monday through Friday. Occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be necessary.

Work Hours

Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be necessary.

Discount Tire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.