Team Lead Tax Accountant

Alliant Energy; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Team Lead Tax Accountant to oversee critical tax functions and mentor talented accountants. This role offers a blend of remote work and in-office presence, providing a flexible work environment. The successful candidate will navigate complex tax landscapes, implement impactful tax strategies, and drive the development of individual tax accountants. With a strong commitment to safety and community, this opportunity not only promises professional growth but also the chance to contribute to a purpose-driven organization dedicated to making a difference.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Volunteer opportunities

Relocation assistance

Annual incentive program

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in tax-related areas required.
• Proficiency in tax law and accounting principles preferred.
• Ability to perform tax research and document positions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax functions and mentor accountants.
• Prepare and maintain tax records and returns.
• Analyze data to identify tax issues and opportunities.

Skills

Corporate Financial Reporting

Data Analysis

Financial Accounting

Financial Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Tax Audits

Tax Law

Tax Planning

Tax Research

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related area

Master's or Advanced Degree in Tax or Accounting

Certified Public Accountant certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPlan

PowerTax

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Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Are you a seasoned tax professional with a knack for navigating complex tax landscapes and looking into a leadership role? Join our dynamic team at Alliant Energy, where you'll oversee critical tax functions, mentor talented accountants, and drive impactful tax strategies.
Job Summary
Team Lead Tax Accountant is responsible for performing and supervising activities related to components of the income tax function of the utilities and non-regulated entities. This includes overseeing certain tax research activities, income tax provisions, tax depreciation, audit defense, special projects and assisting with tax planning. This role involves mentoring and developing individual tax accountants. It offers a flexible work environment combining remote work and in-office presence in Madison, WI. The successful candidate must reside in either Iowa or Wisconsin. We provide relocation assistance to ensure a smooth transition to your new location!
What You Will Do

• Performs all leadership duties including, but not limited to, hiring and rewarding talent, fostering an inclusive and safe workplace, partnering with employees to set clear goals and expectations, providing timely and specific feedback on performance, developing improvement plans to address performance gaps, addressing conflict with care and respect, identifying opportunities for growth and development, embracing and modeling a mindset of lifelong learning, ensuring employees report to work fit for duty, adhering to our Code of Conduct and modeling Alliant Energy’s Core Values at all times.
• Supervises activities associated with the preparation and maintenance of tax records, returns, reports and other related materials including accounting for income taxes and tax depreciation.
• Analyzes and reviews data to determine accuracy and to identify tax issues and opportunities.
• Leads the implementation of tax planning opportunities.
• Recommends alternative tax treatments to alleviate or reduce tax burden.
• Advocates for tax positions with governmental agencies.
• Leads the review, interpretation, and analysis of tax legislation.
• Assists with external audits.
• Uses judgment to Identify and analyze tax risk.
• Works closely with other business units to determine potential tax implications of current projects.
• Trains and mentors staff and supports the development of policy and procedures for tax processes.
• Engages in other duties as needed that support our Values and help deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in accounting or related area Required
• Master's or Advanced Degree Emphasis in tax or accounting Preferred
• Certification Certified Public Accountant certification Preferred
  

Required Experience

• 5 years technical and/or professional experience in a tax related area
  

Preferred Experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in tax law and accounting principles, including ASC 740 accounting for income taxes.
• Proficiency in tax depreciation methods and calculations, including concepts specific to the utility industry.
• Ability to perform tax research and document positions taken.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel, PowerPlan and PowerTax or equivalent)
  

Other Requirements

• Promotes and supports diversity initiatives and equal employment opportunity.
  

Key Skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Corporate Financial Reporting
• Data Analysis
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Tax Audits
• Tax Law
• Tax Planning
• Tax Research
• Leadership
  

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
Pay Range:
$100,000-120,000
This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
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Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Utilities

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