Tax Accountant

Position: Tax Accountant Department: Finance Reporting to: Director of Tax Location: Lenexa, KS/ Topeka, KS - Onsite Overview: Are you a seasoned tax professional who enjoys the work but is worn out by the long hours of public accounting? Join a dynamic in-house finance team where you can apply your expertise in a complex, multi-entity environment — without the traditional busy-season grind. As our Tax Accountant, you’ll support federal and multi-state tax compliance and planning across approximately 30 business entities. With ongoing business growth, new ventures, and evolving initiatives, this role offers meaningful, strategic tax work — not repetitive client returns. We’re looking for someone who is technically strong, detail-oriented, and confident managing complex tax matters, while continuously improving processes and thinking beyond the checklist. What you’ll do: Tax Compliance & Reporting Prepare and review federal and multi-state tax workpapers Prepare documentation for and review returns prepared by external CPA firms Analyze book-to-tax differences Prepare state apportionment schedules Support tax-related disclosures and documentation Quarterly Tax Planning & Payments Prepare quarterly tax projections using budgeted and forecasted financial data Assist in estimating annual tax liabilities Submit quarterly federal and state tax payments and maintain documentation Tax Notices & Correspondence Research and respond to federal and state tax notices Communicate directly with taxing authorities to resolve issues Maintain documentation of resolutions External Firm Coordination & Special Projects Serve as liaison between the Company and external CPA firms Conduct tax research to support compliance and planning initiatives Participate in process improvements and special projects as assigned Experience you’ll bring: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience) 3–5 years of public accounting experience with corporate and LLC tax preparation Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax compliance Proficiency in Excel Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to manage competing priorities independently Bonus Points: Experience preparing and filing multi-state tax returns Experience working within complex, multi-entity structures #J-18808-Ljbffr