Tax Senior - SmartStop Self Storage
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
About the Job
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About SmartStop Self Storage
SmartStop® Self Storage is a diversified real estate company in the self-storage industry, operating in 22 states in the U.S. and three provinces in Canada. In addition, SmartStop was awarded: Newsweek’s Best Customer Service among Storage Center companies three years in a row 2021, 2022 & 2023, Top Workplace of Orange County in 2022 and 2023, and Reputation’s 800 Award in 2023.
Voted TOP WORKPLACE 2022 & 2023 by the Orange County Register and our AMAZING employees!
Salary: $105,000/annually, depending on experience + annual discretionary bonus
Tax Senior Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Taxes, the Tax Senior will ensure the company’s state and federal tax documents are prepared and filed in a timely manner. This role is responsible for developing solutions for potential tax issues and keeping abreast of new developments in tax legislation.
This job is 100% on-site in our beautiful Ladera Ranch office.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Accurately prepares and files federal and state tax returns in a timely manner.
- Assists in developing tax strategies to assist the company in being tax-compliant.
- Assists in identifying tax problems and develops solutions.
- Completes responses and schedules in preparation for income tax audits.
- Monitors and reviews developments in tax legislation.
- Reviews tax returns.
- Manages multiple projects efficiently.
- Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
Qualifications Needed
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Business or related field required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is nice to have but not required.
- 4+ years corporate tax experience required.
- REIT experience a big plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with close attention to details.
- Extensive knowledge of tax legislation.
- Accurate math and accounting skills.
- Sound problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and taxation software.
- Ability to meet deadlines and find solutions to problems.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Ample paid time off
- Generous holiday schedule
- 401(k) + matching with no waiting period
- Employee assistance program
- Paid employee referral program
- Free car washes every other week
- Free catered lunch every other week
- A collaborative and fun work environment!
Diversity
SmartStop® Self Storage, is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe in fostering an environment of inclusion, and seek contributors from all backgrounds to join our dynamic team.
Lead Together!