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Senior Accountant, Tax

**Date:** Oct 1, 2025

**Location:** Carrollton, GA, US, 30119

**Company:** Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Summary

This position handles the preparation and review of income tax compliance, maintains and reconciles tax accounts, and participates in various tax projects. The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills, with a focus on improving accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review federal and multi-state income and franchise tax returns, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission, supported by detailed workpapers.

Prepare and review the filing and payment of all quarterly income and franchise tax liabilities.

Prepare and review federal and multi-state income tax provisions and internal reporting in an accurate and timely manner.

Maintain, review, and reconcile all tax accounts, including tax expense, accruals, forecasts, and both current and deferred income tax provisions for planning and compliance purposes.

Conduct moderate tax research to stay updated on tax law and compliance changes, minimizing exposure to federal and state income/franchise tax risks.

Assist Tax Director with tax planning opportunities, ensuring alignment and effective strategy implementation.

Communicate tax and compliance issues and opportunities effectively to Tax Director.

Assist in audits and respond to notices and requests from federal and state taxing authorities related to income and franchise tax returns.

Participate in various tax projects and assist with property, business license, and other tax matters and reporting as needed.

Support the management, review, and development of less experienced tax professionals and track tax payments and filing deadlines.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's

Specialized Degree: Accounting

Years of Experience: 5Field of Expertise: Experience must include either one to two years of tax compliance experience for a large multinational manufacturing company, or two years of experience in the tax group of a public accounting firm.

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Master's

Certificates: CPA

Years of Experience: 8 **Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:**

• Intermediate technical income tax knowledge, including federal corporate/partnership and multi-state income tax law.

• Experience with accounting for income tax provisions.

• Experience with tax account reconciliations and monthly department budget reconciliations.

• Prior experience with calculating and tracking distributions to shareholders.

• Personal drive, ownership, and enthusiasm.

• Strong work ethic.

• Professional commitment to the job.

Ability to:

o Accept ownership and responsibility.

o Manage process flow.

o Think analytically and critically.

o Manage multiple projects and deadlines within strict time parameters.

o Inspire leadership.

o Grow professionally.

o Prepare and deliver complete and accurate work products.

Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office.

• Experience with Corptax income tax return preparation software a plus.

• Expert with Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)

• Proficient with Thomson Reuters and BNA tax research web-based platforms.

• Proficient with SAP.

• Analytical skills, verbal and written communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and technical income tax expertise.

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work as an individual and in a team-oriented environment with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Spans of Control

Reports To (Supervisor Title): Director, Tax

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: Domestic % of Time: Up to 25%

Workplace Setting: Hybrid (2-3 days a week On Site)

Physical Requirements

•Standing % Time 10

•Sitting % Time 80

•Walking % Time 10

Working Conditions

•Office

Equipment

Competencies

Nimble Learning

Customer Focus

Plans and Aligns

Collaborates

Balances Stakeholders

Action Oriented

Skills

Benefits We Offer:

+ 401k with Matching

+ Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

+ Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

+ Long & Short-Term Disability

+ Supplemental Insurance Plans

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Referral Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

+ Parental Leave

+ & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Nearest Major Market:** Atlanta