Job Description

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Exempt

Summary

The Income Tax Administrator will be responsible for (1) preparing U.S. tax compliance for all Kia North America (Kia NA) entities (including Kia America, Inc., Kia Georgia, Inc. and Hyundai Motor Georgia Metaplant America), (2) assisting the tax provision calculations, (3) maintaining comprehensive tax records and financial data for tax audits and notices, and responding to tax-related inquiries, and (4) providing support to Income Tax Senior Administrator and Federal/SALT Tax Managers. 

Major Responsibilities

1st Priority - 50%

• Prepare consolidated and standalone corporate income tax returns for federal and 50 states and relevant workpapers, including the supporting schedules for each book-tax adjustment, state apportionment schedules. 
• Collect interdepartmental information and validate data to prepare various tax workpapers and supporting schedules. Analyze and organize large volume of data.
• Prepare the corporate quarterly estimated tax and extension calculations. Process all income tax payments in a timely manner.

2nd Priority - 20%

• Assist with the preparation of tax provisions for all Kia NA United States entities under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).

3rd Priority - 15%

• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other taxing authorities and prepare responses to audit information requests and tax notices. 
• Maintain the audit/notice tracker and resolve them in a timely manner.

4th Priority - 10%

• Conduct tax-related research.
• Support special projects on an ad-hoc basis.

5th Priority - 5%

• Participate in tax team planning and scheduling meetings.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required

Overall Experience

• Understanding of general accounting and multi-state tax compliance
• Experience in tracking and analyzing data using software 
• Experience in ERP system (SAP) and AS400 highly desirable 
• Automotive industry experience preferred
  
   

Directly Related Experience

• 3+ years of corporate tax experience in public accounting and/or large corporate finance/tax department 
• 3+ years of consolidated federal and multi-state tax return preparation experience
• Proficient in OneSource or similar tax return preparation software required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel and Word)
• Knowledge in multi-state related tax issues and apportionment rules.
• Knowledge in tax depreciation 
  
   

Skills

Excellent analytical and organization skills

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills

Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Competencies

Care for People

Chase Excellence, Every Day

Dare to Push Boundaries

Empower People to Act

Move Further, Together

Pay Range

$61,815 - $82,796

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunities

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Disclaimer : The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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