Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Location US-NY-Melville Company Canon U.S.A., Inc. Requisition ID 34437 Category Accounting/Finance Position Type Full-Time Workstyle Hybrid

About the Role

Canon USA in Melville, NY is currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant (Sr Accountant, Tax). Maintain tax records and prepare income tax returns, related schedules, and reports for federal, state, and local levels. Prepare all necessary electronic workpaper documentation for income tax filings at the federal, state, and local levels. Extensive use of computer based technologies to maintain and expand efficienciesand accuracy.

This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.

Your Impact

- Maintains tax records and prepares income tax returns and related schedules
- Prepares electronic workpapers for federal, state and local income tax returns
- Collects, compiles and analyzes corporate financial information in order to ensure the preparation of accurate and timely corporate income tax returns relying heavily on the use of computer applications to do so
- Stays abreast of tax issues relevant to the company by participating in webcasts and research services
- Clarifies supporting tax documentation where necessary with internal process owners
- Organizes and maintains the company's business records through preparation of journal entries, reports and detailed analysis of accounts
- Senior Accountants are fully-qualified, seasoned professionals with a full understanding of the job role who work on complicated issues facing the department
- They receive general instruction on new assignments and minimal direction in day-to-day work
- They typically report to Managers or Senior Managers

About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, plus 5 years of related experience
- Prior work experience in a Public Accounting firm or large corporate tax department
- Preparation of IRS form 1120 for large corporate taxpayers
- Preparation of a high volume of state and local income tax returns, including experience with multi-state apportionment and state modifications
- Requires general corporate income tax provision experience and knowledge of GAAP/IFRS
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, extending beyond basic data entry, including the practical application and diagnostic understanding of complex formulas and functions
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proven problem solving and analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- OneSource experience a plus
- Oracle experience a plus
- CPA preferred but not required

We are providing the anticipated salary range for this role: $76,150 - $114,040 annually.

Company Overview

About our Company - Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $28.5 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc., as of 2024 has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 41 consecutive years*. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at and connect with us on LinkedIn at

Who We Are

Where Talent Fosters Innovation.


Do you want your next professional experience to be filled with purpose and opportunity, world-class team members, and impactful work? Driven by our mission of exceeding customer expectations with our technologies and enriching the lives of our local communities and staff, we are a phenomenal team working collaboratively toward common goals. Our employees have a strong work ethic, creativity, and a cooperative spirit. We believe in integrity, respect, empowerment, and making a difference in the communities we serve. There is a strong sense of pride in what we do individually and together as a team. Join us and discover what it means to work for a global digital imaging leader with an unparalleled reputation for quality and innovation.

What We Offer

You'll be joining a leader in digital imaging and innovation with an immense opportunity to make an impact and create your own rewarding career. We demonstrate commitment to our employees by offering a full range of rewards, including competitive compensation and benefits.

And Even More Perks!

-Employee referral bonus
-Employee discounts
-"Dress for Your Day" attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
-Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
-Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can't get anywhere else


*Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.


Canon U.S.A., Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more. A more comprehensive list of what we have to offer is available at

We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor.


You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not pursue or support visa sponsorship. All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Workstyle Description

Hybrid - This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office three days a week and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.

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