Tax Specialist

Tax SpecialistDuties include reviewing and preparing, if necessary, multistate sales and use tax returns and other state and local miscellaneous tax returns. Reviewing and preparing, if necessary, multistate property tax returns and valuations. Reviewing property tax payments prior to remittance. Estimating sales and use tax associated with major capital investment. Preparing and reviewing schedules which provide budgeting and forecasting data related to property tax liabilities in future years. Providing multistate tax guidance for contracts and purchases of materials and equipment. Defending multistate sales and use tax audits, including the review and analysis of supporting documentation as well as supporting schedules related to audit findings. Researching various state and local tax issues. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with new tax laws and regulations. Assisting with implementation of planning opportunities and process improvements. Assist in responding to information requests from multiple regulatory commissions. Familiarity with commonly utilized tax credits and incentives is a plus.Minimum education required of the position: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field. MBA or other advanced degree is a plus. Minimum Experience required of the position: Tax Specialist, Sr Staff 8+ years of relevant work experience. Tax Accounting experience is a plus. Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position: CPA, JD, and/or CMI designation is a plus. Desired/Preferred experience: Experience in the utility industry preferred. Strong overall computer and technology skills desired. Prior property, sales/use tax preparation and review experience, including knowledge of processes. Adept at using tax technology tools (SAP, Thomson Reuters OneSource, PowerPlan). Ability and proficiency in Microsoft Office products (primarily Excel) and Adobe Acrobat. Demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to effectively use tax research tools such as CCH, Checkpoint or LexisNexis.Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans. Job Function: Corporate. FLSA Status: Professional. Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered. Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT. Number of Openings: 1. Travel Percentage: Up to 25%. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.