Senior Tax Accountant (Hybrid)

As a Senior Tax Accountant in Hallandale Beach, you will support the Director of Tax with global tax matters, including tax research, compliance, accounting, and audits. You’ll assist in preparing various tax returns, manage tax payments, and conduct monthly sales tax filings while collaborating closely with other business departments.

To qualify for the Senior Tax Accountant position in Hallandale Beach, candidates should possess a BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance, with a CPA preferred. Additionally, a minimum of 3-4 years of corporate or public accounting tax experience, particularly with tax return preparation experience in a Big 4 firm or large multinational company, is essential.

Senior Tax Accountants at our Hallandale Beach location should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and should have experience with online research tools. Familiarity with ERP systems like NetSuite and sales tax compliance software like AvaTax is highly desirable.

In the role of Senior Tax Accountant, you will assist in federal, state, and foreign tax audits. This includes responding to information document requests from taxing authorities, which allows you to utilize your analytical skills while ensuring compliance with regulations.

The work environment for a Senior Tax Accountant in Hallandale Beach is collaborative and energetic. You will work in a hybrid setting that encourages teamwork and communication while also allowing for flexibility in your work schedule.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences where you prepared tax returns, particularly those related to complex cases or high-stake situations. Mention any software you used, such as Avalara or NetSuite, and demonstrate your understanding of the tax laws that applied to those scenarios.

An effective way to answer this is by explaining your continuous learning practices, such as attending seminars, subscribing to tax law newsletters, or participating in professional organizations. Emphasize your commitment to staying informed so you can provide accurate advice as a Senior Tax Accountant.

To address this question, talk about your organizational skills and time management techniques. Discuss specific examples where you prioritized tasks and effectively communicated with team members to ensure all deadlines were met without compromising quality.

A solid answer should reference a step-by-step approach, including identifying the issue, utilizing reliable literature and online resources, analyzing the information, and preparing a report summarizing your findings. Showcase your critical thinking and analytical skills as a Senior Tax Accountant.

Share a particular example where you faced a significant tax issue, detailing your thought process, the actions you took to resolve it, and the outcome. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Discuss any hands-on experience you have with sales tax compliance, particularly referencing your proficiency with tools like AvaTax or similar software. When handling discrepancies, emphasize your investigative skills, attention to detail, and procedural approach.

In your response, explain the nature of the collaboration, the departments involved, and how you navigated any differences in viewpoints. This showcases your teamwork skills, which are essential for a Senior Tax Accountant.

Address this question by outlining your methodical approach to preparing journal entries, including cross-referencing data, reviewing for errors, and possibly having a peer review your work to ensure accuracy before submission.

Mention essential tools such as Microsoft Excel for data analysis, ERP systems like NetSuite for managing financial transactions, and tax compliance software like Avalara. Explain how you use these tools to optimize accuracy and efficiency in your work.

In your answer, discuss your methods for prioritization, such as using task management tools, setting clear goals for each work cycle, and maintaining open lines of communication with your team to assure that everyone is aligned during peak periods.