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Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Expeditors is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its US Tax Team. This position will prepare U.S. tax filings, including but not limited to Federal and state income tax filings, personal property tax filings, indirect tax filings, income tax provisions, defend filing positions in audit proceedings, independently assist in income tax research & analysis as needed, and other special projects that may arise. This position will report directly to corporate headquarters but can potentially work from any WA Expeditors office.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.  Advanced degree or Certification as a CPA preferred.

• Minimum two years of relevant experience in Public Accounting and/or industry

• Technically proficient and have strong accounting, analytical, financial modeling, and research skills

• Ability to understand and apply tax laws and changes

• Strong project management skills

• Excellent organization skills and detailed-oriented

• Excellent written and oral English communication skills 

• Motivated self-starter and work with urgency

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment with varied levels of professionals and build rapport with people inside and outside of the organization.

• Proficient in MS Office applications (specifically Excel), electronic tax compliance systems (CorpTax is a plus), and financial query tools (Hyperion Financial Management is a plus).

Expected base salary: $66,000– $78,500

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days) 

• Holidays (10)

• Flexible Days (2)

• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)

• Commuter Benefit

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Training and Personnel Development Program

• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.