Accounting & Tax Coordinator

Job Title: Accounting & Tax Coordinator
Department: Corporate Management Team
Shift: Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Direct Report: Accounting & Tax Sr Unit Manager
Type: Non-exempt; Full-time

About the position

The Accounting Coordinator supports accounting operations by preparing and maintaining accurate financial, tax, and fixed-asset records. This position assists with tax filings, reconciliations, compliance documentation, and financial reporting while coordinating complex matters with Accounting Specialists and management.

Responsibilities are:

• Assist with the preparation, documentation, and timely submission of federal, state, and local tax returns, property tax filings, and related reports in accordance with established procedures and filing calendars
• Maintain tax records and supporting documentation to help ensure filings are complete, accurate, and properly retained
• Access and maintain information within the Tennessee Taxpayer Access Point (TNTAP) and other applicable tax portals, including retrieving notices, submitting approved information, and tracking filing or payment status
• Review purchase invoices and support documentation for proper sales and use tax treatment based on established guidelines; identify discrepancies or exceptions and escalate complex tax questions for review
• Calculate sales or use tax amounts on applicable non-exempt purchases and prepare supporting documentation for review and remittance
• Maintain sales tax indicators and related information within item master data, following approved procedures and internal controls
• Monitor notices, inquiries, and correspondence received from federal, state, and local tax authorities; gather supporting documentation, track response deadlines, and coordinate responses with Accounting Specialists or management
• Process routine fixed asset accounting transactions, including asset-under-construction activity, capitalization, transfers, disposals, and depreciation entries, in accordance with established accounting policies
• Maintain fixed asset records and supporting documentation, researching and resolving routine discrepancies as needed
• Assist with classifying fixed assets into the appropriate county property tax categories and preparing supporting schedules for review
• Reconcile fixed asset and property tax records to applicable financial systems and reports, escalating material variances or complex issues for resolution
• Use SAP financial and controlling modules and other accounting systems to enter, retrieve, reconcile, and report on accounting and tax-related information
• Research tax and accounting requirements using approved resources and summarize findings for review by Accounting Specialists or management
• Support the evaluation of property tax and fixed asset matters by preparing calculations, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation related to depreciation, capitalization, and other accounting treatments
• Assist with tax incentive programs, including PILOT agreements and local tax abatements, by maintaining documentation, monitoring deadlines and compliance requirements, and preparing information for periodic review
• Track incentive-related commitments, reporting requirements, and potential claw back provisions; promptly escalate identified risks or compliance concerns to management
• Support internal and external audits by gathering requested records, preparing schedules, researching discrepancies, and tracking outstanding documentation requests
• Recommend improvements to accounting records, tax documentation, filing processes, and system data while following established approval and change-control procedures
• Perform additional accounting coordination and administrative support duties as assigned to meet departmental reporting, compliance, and operational needs

Requirements are:

Education: 

• (Required) bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: 

• (Preferred) previous relevant experience

Language:  

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills & Knowledge:

• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.