Compensation Range (Colorado only):

$90,000.00 - $105,000.00

 

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility  Substance Abuse Screening Physical Exam (if applicable) Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

 

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

 

Position Description:

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for assisting in the preparation, research, and review of all Company’s federal and state tax returns.  

 

Position Qualifications:

5 Years’ experience.  Strong communication skills Extensive individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge. Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills. Strong knowledge of tax code, compliance, and procedures for corporations. Familiarity with U.S. federal, state, and local reporting requirements. Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements. Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks and the tasks of other tax team members. Ability to work well independently as well as the ability to work well with stakeholders and communicate the benefits of tax initiatives. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Proficient with the following software/tools: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, QuickBooks.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with ProSeries Business or Accounting Degree. Certified Public Accountant.

 

Essential Duties:

Prepare and file complex tax returns on behalf of company. Compile supporting financial statements and documents. Assist with federal and state tax audits. Respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies. Perform tax research, staying up to date on changes. Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures. Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process. Manage and facilitate IRS income tax audits: preparing responses, creating schedules, etc. Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and the tax team and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation. Provide support with various internal audits and special tax related projects. Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections.

 

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).  

 

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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