Tax Administrative Assistant

This position is responsible for providing a broad spectrum of support to the Tax Department in a fast-paced, challenging and rewarding environment. This position will work closely with the Tax Executives and Tax Administrator on various projects and day-to-day assignments. Requirements include extensive people, communication, organizational, technical and process skills, and the ability to continuously prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Essential job functions include:

• Assist with facilitating day to day processes within the department
• Review of correspondence, reports, and other documents; prioritizes such materials and prepares summaries as necessary
• Assist in the development of training materials and department communications
• Assist in maintaining databases, spreadsheets, project trackers, etc. to be current and accurate
• Assist with third-party vendor follow-up and project management
• Coordinates with Tax Administrator to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of workflows

Preparation, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field required
• 5+ years in an administrative capacity with Tax operations preferred
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with all Microsoft applications
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Tech-savvy with the ability and desire to embrace necessary software applications i.e. CCH Axcess applications,
• SurePrep, SafeSend Return (SSR), RightSignature
• Strong attention to detail with precise follow-through
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Calm under pressure with common sense and flexible approach to situations
• Basic understanding of accounting and/or its environment is a plus
• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods of the year