We are seeking an experienced **Property Gross Receipts Tax Accountant** to support tax compliance, accounting, reporting, and regulatory requirements across New York State and various local municipalities. This is a hands-on, analytical role requiring the ability to interpret accounting and system data, investigate variances, prepare tax filings and accruals, and support property tax matters.
The ideal candidate will have **58 years of accounting and/or tax compliance experience**, with strong knowledge of property and/or gross receipts taxes preferred. This individual must be highly analytical, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines across various tax jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities-
- Prepare property tax and gross receipts tax payments for New York State and applicable local municipalities.
- Prepare property tax and gross receipts tax accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.
- Prepare tax returns, schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Analyze accounting and system data to identify variances, discrepancies, and potential tax issues.
- Initiate property tax grievances and support the Companys efforts to resolve, settle, or litigate property tax matters.
* Support the preparation of tax schedules and documentation for **SEC, FERC, PSC**, and other regulatory filings.
- Support Company legislation, regulatory, and litigation matters related to taxation.
- Maintain accurate and organized tax records, workpapers, and supporting documentation.
- Respond professionally and timely to tax-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain strong corporate relationships while handling sensitive and confidential financial and tax information.
- Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
## Required Qualifications Skills
* Bachelors degree in **Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field**.
- 58 years of accounting and/or general tax compliance experience.
- Property tax and/or gross receipts tax experience strongly preferred.
* Strong understanding of **GAAP accounting principles** related to property and gross receipts taxes.
- Experience preparing corporate and/or gross receipts tax returns preferred.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly **Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint**.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret accounting system data using Excel for tax and financial reporting.
* Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to efficiently **cleanse, join, parse, reconcile, and analyze large data sets**.
* Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with **Oracle BI and Oracle EBS Finance/Supply Chain** is preferred.
* Experience with property tax accounting software, particularly **PowerPlan-Property Tax**, is preferred.
* Familiarity with the **NYC Department of Finance Property Tax Public Access Web Portal** is preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tax jurisdictions, priorities, and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make informed decisions.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
- Professional demeanor with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and company personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential financial and tax information with discretion.
Core Competencies-
* **Analytical Detail-Oriented:** Ability to investigate variances, identify discrepancies, and determine appropriate resolutions.
* **Tax Accounting Expertise:** Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax compliance requirements.
* **Data Analysis:** Ability to transform complex accounting and system data into accurate, actionable tax and financial reporting.
* **Organization Time Management:** Ability to manage multiple deadlines, projects, and tax jurisdictions simultaneously.
* **Problem Solving:** Strong investigative skills and sound judgment when resolving complex accounting and tax issues.
* **Communication:** Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
* **Independence Accountability:** Ability to work with minimal supervision while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
* **Customer Service:** Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements-
- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing job duties.
- Ability to sit or stand while using a keyboard, mouse, and computer throughout the workday.
- Ability to answer and communicate via telephone for extended periods.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly preferred:
- New York State and local property taxation
- Gross receipts tax compliance
- Property tax accounting and accruals
- Tax return preparation
- Property tax grievances
- Utility or regulated-industry tax reporting
- SEC, FERC, or PSC regulatory reporting
- Oracle BI / Oracle EBS
- PowerPlan-Property Tax
- NYC Department of Finance property tax systems
- Advanced Excel data analysis and reconciliation
What Were Looking For-
The successful candidate will be more than a general accountant or tax preparer. We are seeking a **hands-on tax and accounting professional who can analyze financial and system data, identify issues and variances, and translate that information into accurate tax reporting, accruals, regulatory schedules, and compliance deliverables.** Strong property tax and/or gross receipts tax experience is highly valued.
