Lightcast

Finance

TaxAccountant

Moscow, Idaho, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Tax Accountant at Lightcast. Skills: corporate tax, tax compliance, tax preparation. Assist with filing tax returns. Coordinate international tax filings”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations; support accurate tax reporting; identify tax-saving opportunities

Industry & Context.

Finance
Problems you'll solve

analytical skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, Minimum 2 years of corporate tax experience, Working knowledge of federal and state corporate tax regulations, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Proficiency in tax/accounting software, analytical skills, organizational skills, communication skills, time-management skills, Ability to manage multiple deadlines, Ability to work independently

Nice to Have

Familiarity with ASC 740 tax provision processes, CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification, Experience with ERP systems, Experience with NetSuite, Experience with Avalara AvaTax, International tax experience

What You'll Do.

Assist with filing tax returns

Coordinate international tax filings

Support income tax provision calculations

Reconcile tax accounts

Assist with tax audits

Support estimated tax payments

Manage sales tax filings

Participate in finance process improvement

Assist with indirect tax compliance

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates closely with accounting and finance teams; Partner with accounting and finance teams

Communication Scope

communication skills

Full Job Description

## Description Detail-oriented Corporate Tax Accountant with at least 2 years of corporate tax experience responsible for supporting federal, state, local, and international tax compliance activities. This role assists with tax return preparation, tax provisions, audits, tax research, and indirect tax filings while ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations. The position collaborates closely with accounting and finance teams to support accurate tax reporting and process improvements. ## Major Responsibilities Assist with filing federal, state, and local corporate tax returns and supporting workpapers. Coordinate with external vendors regarding international tax filings and returns. Support annual income tax provision calculations and reporting in accordance with ASC 740. Reconcile tax accounts and maintain accurate supporting documentation. Assist with U.S. and international tax audits by gathering information and responding to inquiries. Conduct tax research to ensure compliance and identify tax-saving opportunities. Support estimated tax payments and filing extensions. Manage U.S. and international sales tax filings. Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate reporting of tax-related transactions. Maintain organized tax records, schedules, and documentation. Participate in finance process improvement initiatives. Assist with property tax and other indirect tax compliance requirements. ## Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required Minimum 2 years of corporate tax experience in public accounting or a corporate environment is required. Working knowledge of federal and state corporate tax regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax/accounting software. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with ASC 740 tax provision processes. CPA eligibi

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