COLONIAL PROPERTIES TRUST - SR. TAX ASSOCIATE

At Colonial Properties Trust, we recognize that the key to our success as a company is the people who work here.

We seek talented individuals who strive for excellence and eagerly explore new ideas and challenges. We need those that will embody our values:

• Customer First
• Trust
• Teamwork
• Star Performance
• Community Involvement

With our expertise in the areas of development, acquisition, management, leasing and brokerage services, Colonial Properties Trust is recognized as one of the most successful self administered and self managed Multifamily Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in the United States.

Colonial Properties Trust an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities:

  Researches, prepares, gathers, and maintains information for federal and state income tax returns.  Assists in identifying, researching, and resolving tax compliance and planning issues.  Corresponds with federal and state taxing authorities regarding tax notices received.  Assists in the preparation of the quarterly and annual income tax provision.  Provides assistance with respect to Sarbanes-Oxley documentation and testing in the income tax accounting area. Skills Required:  Software Expertise: MS Office  Effective oral and written communication skills  Strong organizational skills  Critical thinking and analytical skills  Strong problem solving skills  Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously  Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines  Handle sensitive and confidential assignments with tact and diplomacy  Demonstrate integrity within a professional environment

Education:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or business administration w/ a concentration in accounting)  

Preferred: C.P.A. and Masters of Tax

Experience:
Required: 2-3 years of tax experience in a public accounting and / or corporate environment

This position is based in Birmingham, AL.  No relocation assistance is provided.

For further position information or to apply, please visit the following link:

http://colonialprop.com/companyinfo/careers /