James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long lasting beauty and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. The company pioneered modern fiber cement building products and continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry. James Hardie is a high-performance organization, with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm. The company proudly employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across operations in North America.

 

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The Senior Tax Analyst – Indirect, reports to the manager of the indirect tax department. As a member of the indirect tax team, you will contribute to the group on various tax matters including but not limited to tax accounting, research, audits, and state tax compliance. In executing the responsibilities required by this position you will interact with a variety of accounting, finance, and operations personnel throughout the company as well as various external partners.

 

What You’ll Do: 

US and Canadian Sales/use and Transaction Taxes: (50%)

Train and develop the Tax Accountant – Indirect Tax on the various aspects of their defined role in the functional area. Review and approve the deliverables of the Tax Accountant – Indirect Tax role in the functional area. Develop materials and train plant personnel on taxation of purchases and sales/use tax compliance processes and procedures. Assist and support the department manager with compliance, research, and audit defense in the functional area.    Research and document tax issues and positions for the functional area. Identify and recommend systems and process improvements around accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency in the functional area. Implement approved projects.

 Property Taxes: (20%)

 Train the Tax Accountant – Indirect Tax on the various aspects of their defined role in the functional area.

Review and approve the deliverables of the Tax Accountant- Indirect Tax role in the functional area. Assist and support the department manager with compliance, research, and audit defense in the functional area.    Research and document tax issues and positions for the functional area. Identify and recommend systems and process improvements around accuracy, timeliness and efficiency in the functional area. Implement approved projects.

 Business Incentives: (20%)

 Maintain the business incentives status report.

Maintain the business incentives SharePoint site and physical department files. Prepare and file business incentives support schedules and compliance reports. Assist and support the department manager with compliance, research, and audit defense in the functional area.    Identify and recommend systems and process improvements around accuracy, timeliness and efficiency in the functional area. Implement approved projects.

 Income Tax: (10%)

Ad hoc projects

 

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing.  Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

 

What You’ll Bring:  

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Masters in Taxation, CPA  or CMI Certification is desired but not required 5+  years of relevant work experience with some Big 4 experience preferred Strong research and tax compliance skills: OneSource, Checkpoint, BNA Demonstrated ability to successfully prepare, state and local indirect tax returns, business incentive schedules and filings as well as supporting work papers in a timely and accurate manner Excellent personal computer skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, must be familiar with tax preparation software and tax research engines Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal communication skills. Strong business and technical writing skills Ability to research complex tax issues and provide reasonable basis for tax positions. Broad technical knowledge of state and local taxation Strong verbal and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and act independently.Self-starter and highly motivated

 

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $95,000 to $115,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

 

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

Comprehensive low-cost co-pay Health Insurance; medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one! Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary 11 paid holidays per year, paid vacation including Jury Duty and bereavement leave (Paid sick leave) Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions - Fire Resistant Siding to Help Rebuild the Grizzly Flats Community | James Hardie Visit JH Benefits At A Glance to learn more about our benefits

 

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

 

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

 

 

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.