Tax Accountant - US, Raleigh, NC Hybrid: Office/Remote
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are currently seeking a Tax Accountant to join our diverse and dynamic team. The Tax Accountant is part of ICON Plc’s tax team reporting directly to the Tax Director located in Raleigh, NC. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and dedicated team. We are a growing organization with a strong global presence. We are seeking a team player with a proven track record of success.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Responsible for compilation and data entry of tax information such as federal M-1 calculation, state apportionment for the US tax return and provision.
- Responsible for reviewing state tax returns, contact state with various notice/assessment and audit.
- Responsible for compilation of the foreign tax information for the Canadian tax return.
- Responsible for processing and the documentation of tax payments, invoices, and notices.
- Maintenance of compliance schedule including internal timelines and external due dates.
- Assist with tax research and consulting projects.
- Maintain updated schedules for federal and state law changes.
- Have good knowledge of fixed asset depreciation and maintain fixed asset tax depreciation software.
- Become oriented with Company’s practices, policies, and culture.
- Obtain an understanding of software utilized internally in order to create various reports.
- Assist with quarterly/yearly tax provision with foreign entities.
Your Profile:
- The successful candidate will possess the following basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. Master degree preferred with at least 2 year experience in public accounting firms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, accounting system such as Oracle, online tax provision software such as Longview but not required (preferred).
- A general knowledge of business taxation, compliance, and tax accounting.
- Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.
- Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
- Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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