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Job Description

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the preparation and review of foreign, federal, state, and local tax returns, estimates, and extensions, including information returns; assists with the collation of data files and workpapers for the tax filings, and coordinates with outside service providers. 
• Manages and prepares the quarterly and annual tax provision, closing, and reporting processes, including provision calculations, effective tax rate analysis, and coordination of foreign tax provision with outside service providers. 
• Reviews the tax compliance calendar to ensure all filings are completed on a timely basis. 
• Completes property tax and business license filings, including preparation and/or review as necessary. 
• Supports the Vice President and Director of Tax with domestic and international tax planning initiatives, research, and documentation of analyses and tax positions. 
• Assists in documenting and maintaining transfer pricing and cross-border transaction models in accordance with the Company’s policies and coordinates with external advisors. 
• Analyzes tax exposures, including determining appropriate tax reserves; ensures all required documentation to support and disclose tax reserves is prepared and maintained. 
• Collaborates with external auditors on all income tax accounting issues. 
• Conducts tax research and assists with implementing new accounting pronouncements with tax accounting implications. 
• Acts as an internal resource for various operating functions, determining tax requirements and strategies to ensure compliance with all tax laws. 
• Addresses inquiries, notices, and tax audits conducted by various governmental agencies. 
• Projects and monitors sources and uses of cash taxes, including estimated tax payments. 
• Provides expertise and assistance in resolving indirect tax matters. 
• Enhances tax account reconciliation policies and procedures for accuracy and efficiency. 
• Reviews all existing tax accounting processes and recommends continuous improvement opportunities. 
• Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy. 
• Performs other duties as they might be assigned.  
• Adherence to the hybrid work policy with consistent on-site attendance as required, ensuring presence during designated in-office days for team collaboration and engagement.   

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field. Master’s degree in tax and/or Certified Public Accountant preferred
• 6 year tax experience. Experience in manufacturing environment preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Working knowledge of U.S. Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ASC 740 theory
• Knowledge of international taxation
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of tax reporting and accounting software
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work with outside consultants
• Able to work under tight deadlines
• Strong desire to assume increased responsibilities in building/developing a tax function which provides maximum value to the organization. This would include assessing internal and external resource needs