Our client in Southfield is looking for motivated Senior Tax Analyst to join their team. Don’t wait… apply today!
What's in it for you?
Hybrid work schedule
Permanent employment
Job Description
The Senior Tax Analyst will report to the Senior Vice President of Tax and be responsible for the preparation of tax returns including federal, state, and local returns. This position will also be responsible for REIT and joint venture compliance, in addition to tax planning duties and other special projects as assigned. This role will also work with third party service providers to communicate various tax matters.
Preparing federal and state work papers (including extensions) for tax returns including partnerships, REITs, and C Corporations
Reviewing and finalizing tax returns prepared by outside accounting firm
Monitoring state withholding and composite returns, resolving federal and state audits and notices
Maintain all online tax payment accounts and initiate quarterly estimated income/franchise tax payments.
Performing quarterly asset tests and annual income tests for public REIT and private REITs
Monitoring taxable income and distributions for public and private REITs to ensure 100% of taxable income is distributed each year (including consent dividends)
Reviewing all proposed acquisitions and dispositions to identify any potential REIT compliance issues
Review lease tax diligence worksheets for REIT compliance
Calculate the REIT’s earnings and profits for purposes of determining the tax treatment of the company’s dividend payments to ensure proper reporting to shareholders on IRS form 1099-DIV.
Send shareholder demand letters to applicable shareholders, and track responses to the letters.
Preparing quarterly federal and state tax provision for certain taxable REIT subsidiaries
Preparation of ASC 740 memo and related Unidentified Tax Position Documentation
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley and departmental policies and procedures
Requirements:
Minimum 3-6 years tax accounting experience either in public accounting or with a real estate company (public REIT preferred)
Partnership Tax return experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or similar function; MS Tax and/or CPA a plus
REIT and Subchapter K taxation concepts – Federal and State
ASC 740 and other GAAP concepts
Sage FAS or comparable fixed asset accounting software, MRI or comparable GL software
