Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Sr. Tax Accountant at our Corporate office in Richmond, Virginia. This position will be responsible for in Income Tax functions for North America. This position reviews tax compliance, accounting for income taxes, federal and state audits, as well as communication and collaboration, both internally and externally.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will ensure timely and accurate staff prepared federal and state income tax returns and their various components.

Your additional responsibilities as the Sr. Tax Accountant will include:

Reviews staff prepared various US federal and state non-income tax filings
Reviews staff prepared various supporting tax calculations and work papers
Assists or leads federal and state tax inquiries and audits
Prepares miscellaneous tax forms and filings as required for US and international locations
Reviews and posts the calculation of monthly and annual tax provisions, including tax work paper preparation and analysis of current and deferred taxes
Assists with federal, state research, planning, and projects
Takes initiative to complete tasks ahead of time without being asked
Pursues training and development opportunities to build knowledge and skills
Communicates professionally and effectively to upper management

Skills/ Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Minimum 3+ years of public or corporate tax experience
Analytical, time management, and decision-making skills
Highly motivated individual with the ability to multitask
Understanding of concepts regarding tax laws and tax accounting practices and procedures
Strong knowledge of tax research methods with ability to interpret tax laws, to prepare general tax research memorandums, and to formulate recommendations for management
Displays strong leadership and mentoring skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP software, SAP a plus
Experience in tax software, Corptax a plus
Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
Preference for CPA and/or master’s in taxation or equivalent experience