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The Tax Accountant is a member of the Tax team and is responsible for the maintenance of state direct tax records as well as the preparation of assigned tax returns and related reports. As an individual contributor, the Tax Accountant supports routine to moderately complex income tax reporting activities for Alaska Air Group.
Job Responsibility:
Participate in the detailed maintenance and preparation of direct taxes for the holding company and its subsidiaries
Contributes to the team with detailed research and analysis
Keeps abreast of current tax laws, regulations and practices
Ensures accounting practices are in compliance with company policies
Contributes to special tax projects, economic analysis or other projects
Participates in creating tax forecasts and projections, monthly journal entries, and account reconciliations
Provides tax and accounting support for Alaska Airlines Foundation
Prepares and reviews tax controversies, ensuring timely responses are provided for information requests.
Requirements:
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, including knowledge of state corporate income tax laws and regulations
1 year of direct tax experience in public accounting
Experience in corporate tax return workpaper and form preparation
A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline, or 2 additional years’ experience in related area in lieu of degree
Detail oriented, self-motivated, organized and able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure to meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel (including pivot tables and v-lookups) and PowerPoint
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum age of 18
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice to have:
1-2 years of state income tax return preparation and federal income tax and provision experience
Public accounting experience
A CPA, or progress toward a CPA.
What we offer:
Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits