Sr Tax Accountant

About the Role

• The Tax Accountant will assist the Tax Manager with the Bank’s tax compliance,
• tax accounting, and tax planning which includes adhering to all federal, state
• and local tax laws and filing requirements on a monthly, quarterly and annual
• basis. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparing or assisting with
• the Bank’s annual federal, state and local income tax returns as well as
• monthly, quarterly or annual use and property tax returns. This position reports
• to the Tax Manager.

• Prepares federal, state, and local income tax returns.

• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual sales/use tax returns as well as WA

B&O tax returns.

• Prepares quarterly income tax estimates and payments.

• Assists with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual income tax

provision.

• Assists with preparation for and responses to tax examinations, and internal

and independent audits.

• Assists with the annual preparation of personal property tax returns for the

bank.

• Assists with projects and project support as directed.

• Perform duties in accordance with all Bank policies and procedures,

compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job specific

training.

• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function

and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained

through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation

changes.

• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and

completes all required annual or job-specific training.

• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures

regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and

other regulations as applicable to this job description.

• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as

subject matter expert.

• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in

all actions and words.

• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.

• Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”

• May perform other duties as assigned.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Business preferred

• 4-5 years of relevant work experience required

• Ability to work effectively with individuals and as part of a team.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products and/or tax

software, and other business office machines. Experience with OneSource

Income Tax and Oracle Peoplesoft a plus.

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Significant experience, knowledge and understanding of US GAAP,

Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and internal controls.

• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and execute assigned tasks.

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals and as part of a team.

• Occasional travel may be required

The pay range for this role is $85,000.00 - $120,000.00.

The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of

non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge,

skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be

eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be

provided during the recruitment process.

Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

17901 Von Karman Avenue Suite 400 Irvine CA 92614

Our Benefits

• We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages
• and comprehensive benefits.

• We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental,
• and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for
• qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life
• insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources,
• identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet
• insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick
• days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of
• the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled
• to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity

• Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed
• to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified
• applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
• color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
• gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable
• protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete

the application or interview(s), please let us know by email

• careers@columbiabank.com [http://careers@columbiabank.com].

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies

• Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking
• employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes
• or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any
• fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies
• are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or
• to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered
• unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition
• team.