Tax Specialist

Overview The Tax Specialist reports to the Tax Manager assisting in the preparation of Federal, State and Local Partnership and other related tax returns and supporting schedules. The Tax Specialist will also remit tax payments electronically, submit check requests, track payments and refunds, prepare monthly tax account analysis and maintain Tax Calendar. Responsibilities • Maintains a Tax Calendar to ensure the timely filing of all tax returns and the payment of taxes when due. • Tracks monthly consultant fees and reviews related accrual. • Timely reviews real estate tax bills for accuracy. • Timely remits property tax and income tax payments electronically or submits check requests as required and maintains payment log. • Matches refund checks to refund claims, tracks outstanding refunds and provides appropriate account coding. • Prepares and submits journal entries for review and approval. • Prepares monthly tax account analysis to ensure the journal entries are recorded appropriately. • Prepares other general ledger account analysis to determine the appropriate accounting for tax purposes. • Manages the compliance related to Annual Reports, Tax Notices and provides W-9’s as needed. • Prints and assembles documents required to be paper-filed and delivers to post office to ensure timely filing. • Collaborates with supervisors to implement the ways in which new AI technology will create new efficiencies for the team. • Prepares State and Local Partnership and related tax returns using OneSource. • Prepares quarterly and annual workpapers to support calculation of Partnership Income and Cash Distributions. • Studies tax laws, regulations, court decisions, and other tax information to keep abreast of new developments and considers their application to Company affairs. • Prepares correspondence with tax authorities. • Assists in the tax audits performed by government agents by compiling required factual data. Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field required. • CPA preferred. • 1-3 years of Income Tax experience is required, preferably Partnership. • Working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel and Word. • Basic knowledge of tax law and ability to utilize research subscriptions, preferably Checkpoint. • Working knowledge of Income Tax preparation software, preferably OneSource. • Ability to effectively communicate with people in or outside the company. • Ability to analyze general ledger accounts, reconcile between Balance Sheet and P&L accounts. • Strong organizational skills are required. . What You Get: Enjoy a rewarding career at Catalyst, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference at one of America's most iconic brands. • Generous Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise. • Opportunities for Growth and Development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement. • Collaborative and supportive Culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success. About Catalyst: Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page. #LI-MS1 #LI-MS1 Pay Range USD $48,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr. • Maintains a Tax Calendar to ensure the timely filing of all tax returns and the payment of taxes when due. • Tracks monthly consultant fees and reviews related accrual. • Timely reviews real estate tax bills for accuracy. • Timely remits property tax and income tax payments electronically or submits check requests as required and maintains payment log. • Matches refund checks to refund claims, tracks outstanding refunds and provides appropriate account coding. • Prepares and submits journal entries for review and approval. • Prepares monthly tax account analysis to ensure the journal entries are recorded appropriately. • Prepares other general ledger account analysis to determine the appropriate accounting for tax purposes. • Manages the compliance related to Annual Reports, Tax Notices and provides W-9's as needed. • Prints and assembles documents required to be paper-filed and delivers to post office to ensure timely filing. • Collaborates with supervisors to implement the ways in which new AI technology will create new efficiencies for the team. • Prepares State and Local Partnership and related tax returns using OneSource. • Prepares quarterly and annual workpapers to support calculation of Partnership Income and Cash Distributions. • Studies tax laws, regulations, court decisions, and other tax information to keep abreast of new developments and considers their application to Company affairs. • Prepares correspondence with tax authorities. • Assists in the tax audits performed by government agents by compiling required factual data. • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field required. • CPA preferred. • 1-3 years of Income Tax experience is required, preferably Partnership. • Working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel and Word. • Basic knowledge of tax law and ability to utilize research subscriptions, preferably Checkpoint. • Working knowledge of Income Tax preparation software, preferably OneSource. • Ability to effectively communicate with people in or outside the company. • Ability to analyze general ledger accounts, reconcile between Balance Sheet and P&L accounts. • Strong organizational skills are required. . What You Get: Enjoy a rewarding career at Catalyst, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference at one of America's most iconic brands. • Generous Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise. • Opportunities for Growth and Development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement. • Collaborative and supportive Culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success. About Catalyst: Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America's most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page. #LI-MS1 #LI-MS1