Tax Accountant - EML PAYMENTS USA, LLC

Role: Tax Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Location: Overland Park, KS

The team you’ll be joining   

EML Payments is a global leader in the fintech space. Our mission is to create awesome, instant, and secure payment solutions that connect our customers to their customers, anytime, anywhere, wherever money is in motion. Our Purpose is to inspire transformative digital change for our customers and communities.   

As an issuer and processor, we provide our clients and partners with innovative alternatives to traditional banking solutions for reloadable and non-reloadable programs.  We are agile, we are innovative.  We take a partnership approach; we tailor solutions and place a strong focus on operational excellence.   

Our place is one of collaboration, teamwork & innovation. But, above all, it’s one that embraces difference. And rather than have you blend in, we want to help you unleash your full potential.   

Company Structure  

EML is an ASX listed company headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, with approximately 550 employees throughout Australia, Europe, the UK, and America. 

The Role   

The Tax Manager will oversee and manage the company’s tax compliance and reporting for both the United States and Canada. This role requires expertise in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and providing strategic tax planning. The Tax Manager will also be responsible for tax-effect accounting for the North American region and collaborating with external tax advisors. A deep understanding of tax laws, strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are key to success in this position.

You Will 
Tax Compliance & Reporting: Prepare and file federal, state, and local tax returns for both the United States and Canada, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay up to date with federal, state, and local tax regulations, ensuring the company’s adherence to all tax laws.
• Tax Research & Planning: Conduct in-depth tax research and provide strategic tax planning advice to optimize the company's tax position.
• Tax Audits & Inquiries: Assist with tax audits and manage inquiries from tax authorities in a professional and timely manner.
• Tax Records & Documentation: Maintain and organize comprehensive tax records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams and global regions (Europe and Australia) to gather information necessary for accurate tax filings.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in tax reporting and compliance, driving efficiency.
• Tax Effect Accounting: Manage tax-effect accounting for the North American region, ensuring compliance with all accounting standards.
• External Relations: Manage relationships with external tax advisers and ensure effective collaboration for tax matters.

What you’ll bring 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certifications: CPA certification is preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in tax accounting, with a preference for experience in the payments or financial services industries. Exposure to international tax issues is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations. Proficiency in tax preparation software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Ability to work independently while fostering strong teamwork across various global teams.

What you’ll be offered 

• Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and industry standards
• Health Care: Eligible for healthcare benefits after the waiting period. EML covers over 90% of medical premiums for you and your dependents, and 75% of dental and vision premiums.
• 401(k) Plan: 4% company match, eligible from the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off: 25 days of PTO, plus additional leave programs including birthday leave, volunteer leave, and an extra annual leave program.
• Incentive Program: Participate in a short-term incentive (STI) program with the potential to earn up to 10% of your annual salary based on performance targets and company objectives.

EEO Statement   

Integrated into our Core Values is EML's commitment to diversity and inclusion. EML is committed to being a globally inclusive company where all people are treated fairly, recognised for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential.    

We believe in understanding and respecting differences. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, culture, and physical ability. Every individual at EML has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a globally diverse environment.