The Tax Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of federal, state and local tax returns. The Tax Specialist gathers information and researches tax laws to support the overall tax initiatives of the organization and corresponds with agencies as necessary.
Tax Specialist Responsibilities:
- Your writing and speaking skills are clear and effective, helping you connect well with others
- You are united with teammates in delivering on all commitments
- You are flexible and able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities in order to complete all assignments within the established due dates
- You are an idea person and like coming up with smart solutions to new challenges
- You put yourself in others’ shoes and strive for positive outcomes
- You invest extra time and energy to accomplish goals
- You follow through on commitments, co-workers and business partners know that they can count on you
- Prepare federal, state and local tax returns and related schedules and reports for Equity Residential and its related corporations and partnerships according to the due dates provided by the manager
- Gather management and accounting information. Obtain any necessary clarification, request additional information and communicate with various departments concerning any problems that arise
- Conduct research as necessary to determine compliance with tax laws. Read periodicals to maintain knowledge about changing tax laws, planning opportunities, filing with equivalent requirements, etc. Use tax research resources regularly
- Draft correspondence with federal and state taxing agencies in connection with notices and filing inquiries, as needed
- Review corporate and partnership legal documents and correspondence as needed to ensure correct preparation of tax returns
- Prepare quarterly and annual REIT tests for all REIT’s in the EQR organizational structure
- Conduct various tax research projects as assigned by the Supervisor. Present findings to the rest of the Tax Department, as necessary
- Prepare various calculations and tracking schedules as required, ie. tracking taxable gains, property attributes, secured debt, etc.
Tax Specialist Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other college degree and a combination of coursework and 0-2 years professional tax experience
- Some accounting or tax experience is preferred, but is not required.
- Must possess strong analytical, communication and follow-up skills and have a basic working knowledge of partnership and corporate, federal and state taxation
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; exposure to database and/or tax preparation software a plus
If you’re passionate about providing excellent service and excel in a collaborative, growth-focused environment, we’d love to connect and discuss this Tax Specialist role with you!
Thank you,
Steve Oetking
Senior Project Manager
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
