Corporate Tax Accountant

As a Corporate Tax Accountant, you will ensure proper accounting of revenue and cost recognition, daily/monthly reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and multi-company consolidation. You will impact our business by providing accounting support to optimize efficiency and maintain accurate records to inform financial decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare tax provisions schedules, returns, payments, reports and maintain a company’s tax database
• Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings
• Identify legal tax savings and recommend ways to improve profits
• Make sure that clients comply with federal, state and local tax regulations
• Advise management about the impact of tax liabilities and corporate strategies or new tax laws
• Coordinate outsourced tax preparation work
• Accurately prepare quarterly and annual tax reports
• Keep up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in educational opportunities, participating in professional organizations, keeping up with professional networks and reading professional publications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the automotive industry or a related field. Reynolds & Reynolds experience a plus.
• Skills:
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong communication skills are a must
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and QuickBooks
• Demonstrated success in building consensus and working in a team environment
• Ability to complete multiple projects on time with varying timelines and priorities

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: The majority of the workday is spent sitting at a desk, using a computer and phone.
• Standing and Walking: There may be times when the accountant needs to stand, walk around the office, or attend meetings.
• Reaching and Bending: The accountant may need to reach for files, supplies, or equipment.
• Lifting: Occasionally, there might be a need to lift or move documents, supplies, or equipment. Occasionally lifts up to 20 pounds.

Benefits of Working at Swickard:

• Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
• Ongoing training and support
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

Competitive benefits package:

• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance
• Optional disability coverage
• 401k plan
• Paid Holidays
• PTO

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!
• Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?

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