Non-income Tax Accountant

Join us on the heart-warming journey with a team that is a top leader in the rehabilitation industry Encompass Health is the leader in the inpatient rehabilitation industry, you’ll feel the Encompass Health difference as soon as you join. We collaborate and provide high-quality, compassionate, individualized care for our patients, allowing us time to get to know them and help them achieve their goals during their rehabilitation journey. Position Purpose The Non-income Tax Accountant is responsible for assisting with the Tax Department’s overall effort to meet the Company’s non-income tax compliance responsibilities. This position is responsible for performing a variety of recurring and non-recurring tax functions including tax return preparation and preparation of related compliance filings and supporting documentation. This position is responsible for State and Local Sales, Use, Business License and Property Tax compliance while ensuring that all data necessary to prepare the tax returns is complete and accurate. Other responsibilities may include preparing and filing applications for new registrations and licenses, creating and processing check requests for tax returns and other compliance filings as well as assisting with state and local audits including gathering and organizing supporting information. Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills are required as is the ability to effectively solve problems and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team while prioritizing work and resources RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS Prepares and files sales/use and property tax returns. Prepares check requests, assembles returns for filings and performs other administrative tasks. Prepares city and county licenses. Prepares and timely completes, within budget, other tax projects as assigned. Meets position requirements and performs essential functions. This position must sit at our Home Office in Birmingham, AL License or Certification: CMI designation preferred but not required. Other professional certifications are a plus. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum of 1 year of tax experience, or a Masters in Accountancy or Tax degree, or 1 year of experience in a corporate accounting department required. Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer required. Experience working with tax software applications (e.g., Thomson Workflow/ Vertex, etc.) preferred. A little about us We’re confident you’ll see the difference the moment you join our team. Working at Encompass Health means working with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We’re proud of our career growth opportunities and how our team members work together for the greater good of our patients. We’ve been named one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among others, which is pretty amazing. Our benefits start day one Affordable medical, dental and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities. Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. Flexible spending and health savings accounts. A community of people who love what they do. Yes, we see that as a benefit.