Work Place Flexibility:
Hybrid
Legal Entity:
Entergy Services, LLC
***This position will be filled as a Tax Specialist, Sr or Tax Specialist depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate***
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties include preparing and reviewing sales and use tax returns and other federal, state and local miscellaneous tax returns. Preparing and reviewing property tax returns and valuations. Preparing and remitting property tax payments. Preparing schedules which provide budgeting and forecasting data relative to future property tax payments. Providing tax guidance for contracts and purchases of materials and equipment. Defending sales and use tax audits, including obtaining supporting documentation, preparing schedules to support tax positions and researching sales/use tax audit issues. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with new tax laws and regulations. Assisting with implementation of planning opportunities and process improvements as well as familiarity with commonly utilized tax credits and incentives. Assist in responding to information requests from multiple regulatory commissions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum education required of the position:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent work experience.
Desired:
MBA or Other Relevant Advanced Business Degree (e.g., Masters of Accounting)
Minimum Experience required of the position:
Tax Specialist, Sr. 4+ years of relevant work experience
Tax Specialist 0:3 years of relevant work experience
Tax Accounting experience is a plus
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position
CPA and/or CMI designation is a plus
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Ability and proficiency in Microsoft Office products primarily Excel and Adobe Acrobat
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Demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, analytical, and problem:solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
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Ability to effectively use multiple tax research tools
Desired/Preferred experience:
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Experience in the utility industry preferred.
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Strong overall computer and technology skills desired.
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Prior property, sales/use tax preparation and review experience, including knowledge of processes.
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Adept at using tax technology tools (SAP, Thomson Reuters OneSource, PowerPlan)
Primary Location: Louisiana:New OrleansLouisiana : New Orleans
Job Function: Professional
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID:
Travel Percentage:Up to 25
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