Tax Specialist Jobs in Texas

Job Title: Manager, Tax Regulation Company: MetroPCS Wireless, Inc. Location: Richardson, Tx Description: MetroPCS Wireless, Inc. was formed in 1994 to provide an affordable, simple to use wireless service for customers in metropolitan areas seeking an alternative to traditional landline or wireless service. Our rapidly growing company offers a great work environment. Visit us at www.metropcs.com to learn more about our exciting history and to view our job postings.Position Summary:The Regulatory Manager position exists to ensure that the Company’s regulatory related matters are properly handled. The position’s primary responsibilities will encompass preparing the regulatory related filings within all federal, state and local regulatory laws and regulations, performing analysis on the Company’s regulatory related recoveries, and maintaining the correct accounting treatment for all regulatory related items.Principal Accountabilities:Manage the Company’s federal regulatory related filings on a quarterly and annual basis to ensure compliance with regulatory laws and regulations, including preparation of Form 499-A and Form 499-Q’s Manage the Company’s regulatory position and processes, including analysis of collections, contributions and liabilities Manage all regulatory related accounting treatment, including reconciliation of the regulatory accounts Manage the Company’s traffic analysis methodology and process, including analysis of interstate, intrastate and international calling patterns and maintain in the Company’s billing system Manage the Company’s unbundled taxation methodology, including maintenance in the Company’s billing system Manage any state and local regulatory related filings Manage correspondence with regulatory authorities related to notices, inquiries or audits Interact with other Corporate Departments and Market office personnel as needed Supervise special projects and other reporting needs as necessary Assist with documentation, control design and control testing necessary to comply with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 Proactive identification, assessment and implementation of on-going regulatory matters, including analysis of federal, state and local regulatory law changes on the Company’s business, and timely communication of the associated impact and planning with senior management Interface with regulatory bodies (FCC, USAC, State PUC’s/PSC’s) on regulatory matters

Job Title: Senior International Tax Analyst Company: Creative Financial Staffing Location: Houston, TX Description: Our client. a large oil & gas comany, is currently adding a Senior Tax Accountant to their team. This company offer a great work life blance, excellent benefits and amazing growth opporutunities.  Responsibilities:Assist in the preparation of segment-level and overall corporate effective tax rate calculations. Provide support analysis for period-to-period tax rate variations. Calculate and record monthly foreign and U.S. income tax provisions for assigned entities. Ensure accurate return to accrual adjustments for differences between booked provisions and filed tax returns. Support the preparation of U.S. tax basis balance sheets. Interface with tax compliance and accounting personnel to ensure accurate measurements of book and tax bases. Perform tax basis balance sheet training and review functions. Consolidate entity level deferred tax calculations. Prepare and review foreign tax basis balance sheets. Analyze the U.S. tax impacts of foreign deferred taxes. Participate in the implementation of a tax provision software package (CorpTax AGP). 6. Ensure income tax provisions and accounts are compliant with FAS 109 and Sarbanes-Oxley. Provide supporting documentation and interact with internal and public auditors. Provide back-up support for other tax accounting analysts. Participate in Tax Department special projects and assignments. Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA preferredExperience with public accounting or Oil and Gas preferredMinimum 3 years of tax accounting experiencePrefer International tax accounting experiencePrefer local candidates Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | Register to View | Register to View   | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com /| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

Job Title: Senior Manager Tax Company: UHY Advisors, Inc. Location: Houston, TX Description: Tax SENIOR MANAGER POSITION Position Description: UHY provides a wealth of tax services and experience aimed at lowering your effective tax rate to keep your business operating efficiently in today?s ever-changing tax environment. Tax preparation and other compliance services are an essential part of the tax practice. Our tax professionals possess expertise in domestic and international tax matters involving income, excise, estate and gift taxes. We have concentrated our efforts by working principally with corporate and partnership entities, as well as high net worth individuals with their retirement planning and estate planning. We solve complex tax issues and provide clients with creative, yet legally sound, tax planning advice and compliance services to reduce their tax burdens locally and throughout the world. Requirements: Qualifications:We are interested in enthusiastic individuals with a demonstrable track record of success.  The successful candidates should also possess the desire and ability to maintain positive client relationships and cross sell the firm?s other services.  The Senior Manager has mastered the skills and requirements of the manager role and has been identified as possessing the pre-requisite skills to grow into a future partner/managing director or principal.  The Senior Manager is developing greater leadership skills and continuously taking on greater responsibilities.  The Senior Manager is building the capacity to assist the partners/managing directors in assuming overall responsibilities in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: engagement management & client service, sales, practice development, marketing, cross selling, discipline & industry expertise, external activities & networking, leadership, people development, and strategic business planning.  ? Must have Bachelor?s in Accounting (for Tax) ? Master?s in Accounting or Finance is preferred ? 8+ years in relevant position  ? Public accounting preferred  ? Must be a CPA for Tax;? Must maintain required CPE credits annually? May possibly have other industry or specialization certificationApply Now!

Job Title: TAX MANAGER Company: Energy Future Holdings Location: Dallas, TX Description: Summary: This manager-level exempt position requires a broad working knowledge of tax concepts and specialized knowledge of federal tax law and FAS 109. The successful applicant applies tax provision experience and FAS 109 knowledge to review the income tax provision for various companies, assists in the preparation of financial statement disclosures related to tax, reviews processes for efficiency changes, and teaches FAS 109 skills to the team. Strong project management and Excel skills are required to assist with the preparation and review of the income tax provision.Main responsibilities include:• Analyzing information required to calculate the income tax provision • Analyzing financial statements and other financial data, specifically as they relate to tax policy, procedures and compliance• Analyzing complex accounting transactions to ensure appropriate GAAP treatment related to tax• Reviewing tax and accounting research using electronic research services and generating documentation to support the tax provision• Monitoring federal and state tax regulatory and legislative developments and assisting with the interpretation of the implications for the company and quantifying the impact of forecast changes• Obtaining and applying specialized knowledge of niche areas of the tax law as needed to advance special projects• Maintaining appropriate records for area(s) of responsibility• Interacting with staff and business segments to research and resolve tax issues providing outstanding client service• Reviewing work of team members • Performing a variety of ad hoc projects as assigned   Requirements Education and Experience:• 7 years of relevant experience and Big 4 accounting firm experience strongly preferred• 5 years of FAS 109 experience required• Bachelors Degree required• CPA or Masters in Tax preferredSpecial Requirements:• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and project management skills.• Ability to clearly and concisely explain technical information to all levels within the company and to external IRS personnel through both written and verbal communications.• Ability to work with business personnel and spot issues.• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the tax department and to build professional relationships within the company• Computer proficiency for typical tax and financial software and query activity, preferably with knowledge of CORPTax, Microsoft Office suite of products and Peoplesoft.• Energized by fast-paced, dynamic business and transactional environment.• Self-motivated, successful with limited supervision and capable of re-evaluating tasks to maximize tax benefits and efficiencies for the company.• Possesses excellent time management skills to complete all responsibilities in accordance with established deadlines. Energy Future Holdings is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Tax Manager Company: Invensys IPS Location: Plano, TX Description: Tax Manager   Location: Plano, TX.  Relocation will not be provided.   A successful candidate will have the desire to work across federal, state, and international income tax disciplines as a member of a high quality internationally based tax team.  Good communication, project management, and personal initiative will be essential in order to recommend and implement solutions, working with Invensys personnel and tax consultants located throughout the globe.      Responsibilities   As a key member of the U.S. tax team working directly with the US Tax Director, this position is responsible for the planning and implementation of tax strategies which are consistent with corporate policies while optimizing worldwide tax expense and tax risk.  Key job duties include but are not limited to:   i.  Interface with and advise senior management on the tax ramifications of major business/operational decisions and division strategy, such as expansion into new product lines, or changes to inter-company pricing policies. Provide income and withholding tax guidance as requested by project managers and contract administrators. Ensure that proper consideration is given to direct and indirect taxes in the Contract Quotation Authorization process. ii.  Direct and prepare federal, state and foreign affiliated information returns to ensure efficient, accurate and timely filing of tax returns and the avoidance of penalties. iii.  Prepare or review the quarterly tax accrual under both IFRS and US GAAP. Maintain adequate work papers to support/explain the tax charge to external auditors. Be familiar with FAS 109 and FIN 48. iv.  Assist in federal and state income tax audits as necessary. v.  Periodically review transfer pricing policies ensuring compliance with US and foreign government rules, assess risks, and recommend changes to senior management. Monitor the implementation of any change and follow-up on the impact. Annually calculate divisional management fees, coordinate invoicing to affiliates and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained to support audit challenge worldwide. vi.  Stay current on all tax developments by following new state and federal legislation, regulations, pronouncements and court decisions. vii.  Assist with M&A activities such as acquisitions, amalgamations, mergers, and dissolutions.  Work with business units and outside advisors to plan and implement tax, administrative, and operational aspects of transactions.      The ideal candidate should:   ·  Write clearly, succinctly and be able to successfully research and explain complex tax issues to non-tax and non-US management personnel. ·  Be self-supportive in accessing and analyzing relevant financial data. ·  Be highly proficient in Excel in order to maintain the existing tax provision software and its successful interface with HFM. ·  Demonstrate experience in project management, problem solving, and an attention to detail with an ability to prioritize and make decisions. ·  Have a B.S. in accounting or equivalent with an advanced Tax MST or JD degree. ·  Be a CPA with 6+ years of progressive related experience in Big Four and/or a Corporate Tax Department with a broad multi-disciplinary background. ·  Possess knowledge of OneSouce and/or HFM a plus.

Job Title: Manager Tax Private Client Services Group Company: UHY Advisors, Inc. Location: Houston, TX Description: Private Client Services Group Manager Position Position Description: UHY Advisors, LP will be servicing some of the highest net worth clients of the firm, as well as high profile individuals such as professional athletes, and television/movie personalities. This practice will also be consultative in nature to the clients it serves. Because of this relationship, Private Client Services will involve other areas of the firms such as Estate, Gift Tax and State and Local Tax to assist with client projects. This team will coordinate the firms various services for each client based on their needs and serve in a most trusted advisor capacity. Requirements: Qualifications: We are interested in enthusiastic individuals with a demonstrable track record of success.  The successful candidates should also possess the desire and ability to maintain positive client relationships and cross sell the firm?s other services.   The Manager possesses the ability to assume full responsibility for directing engagements and special assignments and has the enhanced capability of supervising a number of engagements simultaneously.  The Manager oversees the performance of client service and all related activity.  The Manager can perform all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished by the engagement team within the budgeted time.  This role takes on responsibility for the professional and technical development of the staff through on-the-job-interaction and leading in-house training.  Additionally, the Manager has begun to develop a list of potential referral sources in an effort to bring new business to the firm and is involved in community activities for the purposes of business development and cross-selling the firm?s services.  The manager should be developing expertise in one or more specific industry areas.   CPAPublic accounting experience 6 + years experience in general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, including GAAP and OCBOA basis compilations and reviews and income tax preparation Software proficiencies include working with Word, Excel, QuickBooks, a tax prep software like ProSystems fx, a trial balance software, paperless platformFamiliar with using tax and GAAP research toolsSome personnel management experience, i.e. team or projectClient contact experience requiredApply Now!

Job Title: Sr Tax Manager (Houston or Dallas) Company: RSA CORP Location: Houston, TX Description: Sr Tax ManagerThe Senior Manager has mastered the skills and requirements of the manager role and has been identified as possessing the pre-requisite skills to grow into a future partner/managing director or principal. The Senior Manager is developing greater leadership skills and continuously taking on greater responsibilities. The Senior Manager is building the capacity to assist the partners/managing directors in assuming overall responsibilities in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: engagement management & client service, sales, practice development, marketing, cross selling, discipline & industry expertise, external activities & networking, leadership, people development, and strategic business planning. o Must have Bachelor's in Accounting (for Tax) o Master's in Accounting or Finance is preferred o 8+ years in relevant position o Public accounting Required - No Exceptionso Must be a CPA for Tax;o Must maintain required CPE credits annuallyo May possibly have other industry or specialization certification

Job Title: International Tax Manager Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting Location: Houston, TX Description: Job Title: International Tax Manager JobId: 04170-109933 City: HOUSTON State: TX Zip Code: 77061 Description: Our client is a privately held, global services company with a need for a senior manager of International Tax. This company has operations in over 20 countries worldwide and the ideal candidate will have extensive experience with this kind of scope. In addition to compliance, you would also have responsibility for tax planning and research. This role will fill quickly, so don't delay! Send us your resume TODAY! For immediate, confidential consideration, please send your resume directly to Yael Iffergan at Register to View or call Register to View .

Job Title: Sr. Tax Analyst Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting Location: Dallas, TX Description: Job Title: Sr. Tax Analyst JobId: 04380-121353 City: Dallas State: TX Zip Code: 75201 Description: Robert Half Finance and Accounting has teamed up with an energy company in Dallas, Texas to assist in the recruitment of a Sr. Tax Analyst. Key Roles & Responsibilities - ?Developing client relationships for major business unit to assist with federal and state income tax advice on business activities ?Preparing federal and state tax returns and work papers for a complex group of legal entities ?Assisting in the identification and documenting of tax return positions ?Analyzing financial statements and other financial data, specifically as they relate to tax compliance and tax planning ?Analyzing complex accounting transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment ?Responding to information document requests and analyzing data for FIN 48 purposes ?Supporting quarterly and annual provision process and responding to questions and inquires from the financial statement auditors ?Performing technical tax research using electronic research services and generating documentation to support tax return filing positions and refund claims ?Performing tax support activities on planning, forecasting and special projects Please e-mail your resume to Register to View for consideration in the Sr. Tax Analyst role or you can call Rachel Allen at Register to View .

Job Title: Federal Tax Manager- Private Equity/Real Estate Company: KPMG Location: Dallas, TX Description: When you choose KPMG as the place to build your career in tax, you can really add value. KPMG's tax partners and professionals pride themselves on understanding our client's business strategy and needs, providing a broad range of federal, state, local and international tax services to meet those needs. Together with other KPMG International member firms we provide services that help address our client's tax needs close to home and around the world. We are currently seeking a Federal Tax Manager to join us in our Chicago office in our Financial Services Group.KPMG's Federal Tax Services Practice is a resource for clients that need help complying with the latest IRS rules and regulations. Our tax professionals who handle federal tax issues bring the experience and commitment necessary to deliver tax compliance and advisory services to help meet our clients' specific needs. Responsibilities:• Provide tax compliance and advisory services.• Partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations for a variety of clients from Fortune 100 to emerging businesses • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to provide industry knowledge and experience• Manage a portfolio of clients of varying size and scope and act as the first point of contact for internal and external clients• Build and manage client relationships• Manage teams of tax professionals and assistants working on client projects• Manage risk and financial performance of engagements including billing, collections and the budget for projects• Advise clients and be responsible for delivering high quality tax service and advice• Participate in and contribute to market and business activities external to the firmQualifications:• Five years of tax experience in an accounting firm, corporation and/or law firm• Bachelor's degree, J.D., LL.M. in Taxation, and/or Master's in Taxation (MST) from an accredited college/university• Licensed CPA or attorney • Strong knowledge of FAS 109• Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters in the Financial Services industry, including provision and advisory experience• Excellent research and writing skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information• Experience managing multiple client engagements and client service teams• Excellent advisory and compliance skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex informationKPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 21085.Follow us on Twitter:http://twitter.com/KPMGDiversityhttp://twitter.com/KPMGJOBShttp://twitter.com/KPMGTAXKPMG. A great place to build your career.No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace.© 2010 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved.