Staff Tax Accountant

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that embraces and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion; prioritizes wellbeing, health and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Langan is seeking a Staff Tax Accountant to join its collaborative team in Parsippany, NJ. This individual will provide day to day support to the Tax Manager for all tax and business on a firm-wide basis, including coordination of income tax return preparation with independent public accountants and preparation and filing of all other returns.  Responsible for assisting with the coordination of all tax and compliance records along with support of the monthly accounting close and year-end audit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the corporate tax reporting and filing working with external tax advisors ensuring compliance with all tax laws and regulations;
• Assist with annual federal income and state tax returns preparation including K-1s in coordination with the Independent Public Accountants;
• Assist with basis calculations for LLCs and S Corporations;
• Assist with all State and Local excise/franchise/business tax returns and US census filings. Maintain copies of completed tax forms and related documents for reporting and auditing purposes. Respond to communication from regulatory agencies;
• Assist with the annual R&D tax credit identification and coordination;
• Support the compilation and filing of annual tax residency certificates;
• Conduct tax research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in tax laws and regulations on federal, state and local tax and compliance laws;
• Help to maintain standard operating procedures for tax policies and protocols; and
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation;
• 3+ years of related experience;
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Superior interpersonal skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong analytical, problem solving, planning and organizational skills;
• Sound judgment capability and ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; Tax Software; and
• Knowledge of SAP and/or Deltek Vision software, preferred.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents and values diverse backgrounds. Langan promotes a positive work environment of inclusion, where we respect each other’s differences and recognize that a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is a key to our success.