Staff Tax Accountant Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for staff tax accountant, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance based on research of transaction tax laws and regulations using RIA, CCH and other resources to support the business.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience with OneSource Income Tax and fixed asset system(s) preferred
• Possess introductory knowledge of the federal and state tax laws and regulations, accounting and related application of such
• Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and theory
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and fundamental audit processes
• Strong collaboration skills in order to partner effectively inside and outside of the tax department
• Strong MS Excel and Word skills including VLookup, pivot tables
• Possess good analytical skills, detail oriented, willing to work flexible hours to meet deadlines
• Work related and/or military experience, preferred

I would like to submit my application for the staff tax accountant opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for recommendations regarding interpretation of federal, state and international tax laws and regulations.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with preparing returns for corporations (both C & S Corps), partnerships and individuals
• Competitive salary and benefits program
• Manage several different tasks at once
• Good people skills to deal with internal and external people
• Positive and creative attitude and initiative
• Proficient advanced knowledge and skill using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with sales tax return compliance for companies with 100+ retail locations preferred
• Assist with coordinating and preparing tax data to ensure accurate and timely completion of tax returns (Form 990, Form 990-T, Form 1120) and other related tax forms

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the staff tax accountant position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support to Manager and Director of Tax Department with federal and state income tax preparation and other special projects/studies.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Requires excellent communication, writing skills and email etiquette
• Significant sales and use tax experience, especially in filing paper and electronic sales tax returns, and proficiency in basic accounting principles
• Microsoft Office, & Internet literate
• Good work ethic, proactive, can-do attitude
• Bachelor's - Accounting
• Income Tax Return - both individual and on the corporate side
• Assist with Fiscal closes
• Perform general bookkeeping including reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR

I am excited to be applying for the position of staff tax accountant. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for coaching and training to team members and direct reports including application of tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Oil and gas accounting financial analysis experience
• Have a good understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word and Access)
• Sales & use tax compliance for Corporate Office and Mid-Atlantic Business Unit
• Compliance with fleet requirements to include registration, licensing, permitting and taxes, including maintaining the database and working with the Business Units to minimize such taxes
• Various tax projects including sales tax managed compliance agreements
• Prepare yearly tax returns for individuals, sole proprietors, and corporations using ProSeries
• Assist the CPAs with Financial Statements and corporate tax returns by creating and entering all adjusting journal entries, and reconciling all accounts

Please consider me for the staff tax accountant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for property tax advice and guidance to Verizon management and personnel through subject matter expertise in interpretation of existing laws, regulations, court cases, tax returns, and assessments.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• CPA eligibility, readiness
• CPA or EA certification (or progress towards certification)
• CPA certification or progression towards completing certification
• Begins to build knowledge base of the local office service offerings
• Serves as a role model for interns and paraprofessionals and coaches them on Firm policies and procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic business, technology, or audit principles/standards
• Education or experience in data mining preferred
• Sales & Use Tax Compliance