Tax Accounting Analyst

Join a growing organization that is transforming critical energy infrastructure while supporting the financial operations behind a rapidly expanding enterprise. Build your expertise in tax accounting with meaningful work, career growth opportunities, and the stability of a large regulated utility serving hundreds of thousands of customers.

Primary Services is actively recruiting for a Tax Accounting Analyst to support a prestigious client in the regulated natural gas utility industry. This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to the tax accounting and compliance functions of a large, expanding organization with operations across multiple jurisdictions. The Tax Accounting Analyst will play a key role in preparing tax reporting, supporting compliance activities, assisting with audits, and maintaining accurate financial records while collaborating with accounting and finance professionals across the business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax accruals and maintain supporting workpapers.
• Prepare and file state and local tax returns, including sales and use tax filings.
• Support property tax reporting and compliance activities.
• Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with tax audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.
• Monitor filing deadlines and maintain compliance records.
• Support the development and enhancement of tax processes and internal controls.
• Research applicable tax regulations and assist with compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain accurate tax documentation and support reporting requirements.
• Perform additional tax accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3+ years of accounting, tax, or related professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and account reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of state and local tax compliance processes.
• Experience preparing tax accruals and supporting tax filings.
• Utility or regulated industry experience preferred.
• Exposure to state and local tax (SALT) requirements preferred.
• CPA certification or active progress toward CPA certification preferred.