Tax Accountant - Indirect

As the Tax Accountant you will be responsible for assisting with Wesco’s indirect tax compliance and audits. This Hybrid designated role will require weekly onsite reporting to either the Pittsburgh, PA or Glenview, IL - Wesco branch location.

Responsibilities:

• Gather data and compile to ensure filing obligations are timely and accurately met. Also assist in handling related notices and audits by tax authorities.

• Develop knowledge of OneSource tax compliance software and coordinate with outside service providers to complete assigned tax forms.

• Perform tax reconciliations.

• Research and document positions taken in the tax returns, including preparation of written memoranda.

• Maintain, update and enhance tax workplans and processes for compliance and financial reporting.

• Become proficient and utilize current technology/software solutions, such as Alteryx, OneSource and others, to create efficiencies in data preparation and analysis.

• Monitor developments in tax law specific to your assigned team and assist in implementing changes required to comply and/or adapt to new laws/requirements.

• Ensure compliance and maintain internal controls under Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 for the tax compliance and planning processes ensuring no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses.

• Coach, train and mentor junior staff including interns or less experienced Tax Accountants.

• If assigned to international tax team the following would apply:

• Assist with analysis and modeling of all aspects of U.S. international taxation, including foreign source income and expenses, GILTI, FDII, Subpart F, Section 163(j), and foreign tax credits as required for the income tax provision, tax compliance, and tax planning.

• Identify and report intercompany transactions for country-by-country reporting and mandatory disclosure requirements.

• Coordinate with foreign tax and accounting staff to gather and review foreign entity information utilized in the US tax compliance and reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree - Accounting, finance or related required

• CPA certification preferred

• Experience within the tax field (1 year required including internships, 3 years preferred)

• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices and their application

• Knowledge of pertinent tax laws, codes, and regulations

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong office and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to research and analyze a variety of information

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

• Assembly of data and preparation of reports

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. ​

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits ( and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. ​

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Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.​

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.​

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This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.