Senior Tax Associate

Senior Tax Associate

Central Transport is one of the nation's most trusted and technologically advanced Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. With an ever-growing network of terminals nationwide, our team of dedicated professionals provide safe and efficient service to the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Tax Associate to join our Corporate Tax Department in Warren, MI. This role is responsible for preparing annual tax compliance tasks related to individual, trust, and business returns. The Senior Tax Associate operates independently and reports directly to the Tax Director.

This position is fully onsite in Warren, MI Monday through Friday

Responsibilities:

• Timely and accurately prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts, including supporting workpapers and tax entries.
• Prepare quarterly estimated tax payments and associated payment vouchers.
• Compile and analyze information in response to taxing authority audit requests.
• Conduct tax research to resolve technical issues and advise on complex transactions.
• Manage assigned projects independently with the ability to problem solve.
• Support the maintenance of the company's tax calendar and ensure timely filings.
• Maintain organized and accurate documentation for all tax filings.
• Collaborate with internal departments to address tax-related requests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in tax compliance.
• Proficiency in tax software such as CCH Axcess, OneSource, or similar platforms.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS.
• Experience with international compliance.

We offer benefits including medical, dental, vision, 410k, and PTO!