Tax Accountant

Post Date

May 05, 2025

Location

Chattanooga,
Tennessee

ZIP/Postal Code

37403
US
Aug 02, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Accounting

Req #

CHA-778596

Pay Rate

$85k - $120k (estimate)

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Sr. Tax Accountant to join their team. This individual will serve as the sole tax specialist within the company, responsible for reconciling and reviewing federal and state income tax returns, managing tax filings, and conducting tax audits. Key responsibilities include handling all 941s, FUTA, SUTA, and state withholding returns, with monthly and quarterly reporting. Additional duties involve researching tax-saving strategies and collaborating closely with the CFO to analyze tax cash requirements. This role also includes researching guidelines for sales, use, telecommunication, and specialized taxes. This individual must be adaptable, highly skilled in tax, and a strong communicator.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of tax accounting experience
Public Accounting Experience
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

CPA or Big 4 experience
Manufacturing industry experience
Experience as sole tax individual or ownership of multiple tax functions

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.