Tax Accountant (71.25)

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

This entry level Tax Accountant, will perform a variety of tax assignments and other duties. The Tax Accountant is accountable for: completing assignments pertaining to all areas of responsibility of the Tax Department, including income tax provisions and related SEC footnote disclosures and federal, state and local income tax return filings. The range of tax work is varied as the Company relies on its in-house Tax Department to satisfy a broad range of Company tax responsibilities. Due to the size of the Tax Department, the Tax Accountant may be required to assist with various tasks and will have the opportunity to learn various company procedures and participate in other projects.

The Tax Accountant is expected to complete assignments where attention to detail is critical; excellent judgment and discretion are reflected in work product, recommendations, and decisions are made; and strong analytical and communication skills are demonstrated.

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Minimum Position Qualifications

QUALITIES OF A SUCCESSFUL TAX ACCOUNTANT

May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.