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Tax Accountant

Progress Software Corporation (NASDAQ: PRGS) is a global software company that is the trusted provider of AI-powered infrastructure software, designed to help achieve business goals. With Progress products, one can develop, deploy and manage responsible AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.

We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Senior Tax Accountant working between your home office and our Burlington MA headquarters, and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.

The Senior Tax Accountant will be part of a 6-person tax department and will gain exposure to both domestic and international taxation. This position is well-suited to someone with approximately 2-4 years in public accounting and who is looking to make the move to an in-house department.

In this role, you will:

Assist with the preparation of US Federal and State tax returns including calculation of schedule M’s, state apportionment and foreign information reporting.
Assist with preparation of supporting workpapers for the R&D credit.
Prepare quarterly forecasts of taxable income, calculate and prepare estimated payments and extension filings.
Review sales & use, property taxes, annual reports and business licenses as well as other non-income based returns.
Assist with the preparation of Earnings & Profits calculations for foreign subsidiaries.
Assist with preparation of country-by-country reporting compliance.
Review foreign tax credit calculations.
Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual reporting requirements under ASC740.
Oversee tax audits and resolve notices from state tax authorities.
Monitor federal and state tax law changes and document impact.
Perform technical tax research to support tax positions.

Your background:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting. MST/CPA or advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 2 years experience in public accounting or relevant experience required
Basic understanding of ASC740 – Accounting for Income Taxes
Working knowledge of items that give rise to book to tax differences
Proficient in Microsoft office applications including Excel, Word & Powerpoint
Strong analytical, verbal/written communication and organizational skills
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and own processes

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.

What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:

Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance.
Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.