Tax Senior

Summary Job title: Tax Senior Job ID: Department: Income Tax Location: TX-Irving Description Summary: Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. (CED), one of the country's largest and fastest-growing wholesale electrical distribution companies, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Tax Senior to join its corporate income tax group. This position offers the unique opportunity to take on a senior supervisory-level role with the potential for rapid advancement to a managerial position and taking on a leadership role within the tax department. The successful candidate will play a large role in overseeing and optimizing the corporate tax functions and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. CED offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. We offer great work-life balance, and our excellent benefits include a profit-sharing program, medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a health savings account option, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and sick time. Reports to: Tax Manager Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or a related field + 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate income tax with a focus on compliance + Intermediate/advanced skills with Microsoft Excel and Word + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Must be willing to work some weekends and evenings as required to meet reporting deadlines ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES: + Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail + Ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritize deadlines Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree in Tax or Business Administration + CPA certification or CPA eligible + Proficiency in Thomson Reuters OneSource Income Tax software Working Conditions: This position operates in a professional office environment which may require sitting for extended periods. Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes Essential Job Functions: The job functions include a broad variety of tax matters including, but not limited to the following: + Prepare and oversee the preparation and filing of federal, state, and local income returns for the company and other affiliated entities. + Assist with income tax provision compliance & financial statements audit to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP. + Prepare and review state modification and apportionment schedules. + Maintain tax basis depreciation records and intangible asset schedules. + Prepare and review quarterly tax estimates and year-end projections. + Analyze and reconcile various tax-related general ledger accounts: deferred tax balances, income tax expense, and Federal and state tax payable accounts. + Manage and assist with Federal, state income & franchise tax audits. + Manage state tax controversy matters including notices and adjustments. + Coordinate, prepare, and oversee annual reports filings. + Research and maintain a working knowledge of state income/franchise tax developments. + Maintain federal, state, and local tax calendar. + Collaborate with other departments within the organization and provide assistance as needed. + Manage relationships with external tax consultants and provide guidance on the implementation of various tax planning strategies. CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability Veteran