Gorbel's mission is simple: We improve people's lives.
That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes - and we're looking for people like you to join us in that mission.
We're currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.
Work Shift:
Job Description:
The Accountant is responsible for supporting tax preparation activities including preparation of tax schedules, tax research, sales and use tax returns, and required annual reports for multiple related entities in the US and Canada. Serve as point of contact for outsourced tax advisors for corporate, partnership, shareholder, and trust income tax estimates and returns. Maintains fixed asset system.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare and or review monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax filings according to deadlines
Maintain fixed assets including budgeting, tracking of fixed assets, and tax depreciation schedules
Prepare monthly Section 263a calculation. Make recommendations for changes/updates to the calculation
Prepare supporting documentation for new state registrations, voluntary disclosures, and audits as necessary
Respond to requests for additional information from taxing entities and resolve discrepancies
Prepare monthly HST/GST returns for Canadian entity
Provide supporting schedules and information for the timely completion of various outsourced tax returns including federal, and state filings (e.g., research and development credit schedules and foreign sourced income schedules)
Maintain schedule of and complete required annual reporting in various states
Review exemption certificates from customers to ensure validity
Review use tax application for accuracy
Maintaining tax tables in ERP system
Perform tax research and monitor tax law changes and provide recommendations on tax planning and compliance
Identify opportunities to streamline processing through automation or internal process improvements
Desired Skills and Experience
Associate or bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
Minimum of 3+ years of direct work experience in various areas of tax compliance and filing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and team skills
Proficient in O365 suite of products including Excel, Word, and SharePoint
Experience with CSI/Syteline ERP and Avalara Tax highly desired
Work Environment:
ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace Requirements
Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
Ability to move easily about a manufacturing factory
Gorbel® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Gorbel® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-924-6204.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Gorbel, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Min. $52,988 - Max $79,481
