Tax Accountant

About ETS: For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning. Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities. Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis® . Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education. With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint. Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve. The Tax Accountant works with various tax compliance, consulting and planning issues related to the organization and its subsidiaries (US and international) in the the preparation of ETS's tax returns. The incumbent works closely with the Tax Managers to prepare ETS's tax returns, accurately report all transactions from a compliance perspective, examine tax and data issues and periodically review transaction data for accuracy. Support sales tax, VAT, income and franchise tax compliance, accounting, research and planning Preparation of organization's tax returns Lead/coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance reporting for ETS and ETS's subsidiaries with tax and accounting compliance teams Review corporate contracts for value added tax issues Research legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting income tax matters for federal planning projects Respond to tax inquiries from internal employees and departments Maintain a current tax calendar Assist in the preparation of the income tax provision and tax accruals Perform analysis and reconciliations of general ledger accounts Support tax initiatives and departmental projects Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function B.S. degree in Accounting required (tax emphasis preferred) CPA preferred 2+ years of experience at the corporate or public level High degree of analytical skills, creative thinking and independent judgement An understanding of the tax concepts needed to prepare the Federal and State fiduciary tax return Proficiency in computer software applications including Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft accounting package Experience with Vertex preferred. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills Type or Copy/Paste Requirements here #LINA1 #HYBRID ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include: Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access! Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App ETS is mission driven and action oriented Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work. To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees. How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you! Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign. Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice. ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education. We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve. The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process. We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.

Created: 2024-10-19