Staff Tax Accountant

At T. Rowe Price, weidentify and actively invest in opportunities to help people thrive in an evolving world. As a premier global asset management organization with more than 85 years of experience, we provide investment solutions and a broad range of equity, fixed income, and multi-asset capabilities to individuals, advisors, institutions, and retirement plan sponsors. We take an active, independent approach to investing, offering our dynamic perspective and meaningful partnership so our clients can feel more confident. 

We believe doing the right thing forourclients and our associates is good business.With a career at the firm, you can expect opportunities to create real impact at workand in your community.You’ll enjoyresources to support your career path, as well ascompensation,benefits, and flexibilityto enrich your life.Here,you’ll find a collaborative culturethatrespects and valuesdifferences and colleagueswhoshare a spirit of generosity.  

Join us for the opportunity to grow and make a difference in ways that matter to you. 

Role Summary

The Staff Tax Accountant supports the Corporate Tax team in meeting the organization’s U.S. federal income tax compliance and tax accounting responsibilities. This entry-level role compiles and analyzes financial information, prepares workpapers and tax calculations, and supports income tax returns, estimated payments, extensions, quarterly and annual income tax provisions, and tax examinations. The accountant will work with experienced tax professionals, receive coaching and feedback, and build technical, analytical, and professional skills through a variety of assignments and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of U.S. federal income tax returns, related foreign information reporting, estimated tax payments, and extensions.
• Compile, reconcile, and analyze financial accounting data; prepare well-documented workpapers; and assist with book-to-tax adjustments, taxable income calculations, and tax forms and schedules.
• Coordinate information provided to external tax service providers, track requests and deliverables, and assist with reviewing work products for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations.
• Gather and organize information for federal income tax examinations and assist in responding to information requests.
• Perform tax research and summarize findings.
• Partner with colleagues across Finance and other functional areas to obtain information and help ensure accurate, timely filings and deliverables.
• Maintain organized documentation, communicate status and potential issues promptly, and take increasing ownership of assigned work.
• Assist with various special projects.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a desire to learn.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of, or a willingness to explore, artificial intelligence, tax technology, data analytics tools, and process automation to improve efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Coursework or experience in corporate taxation is a plus.
• CPA eligibility or interest in pursuing the CPA designation is a plus.

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role. 

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to one day a week from home.   

Base Salary Ranges

Please review the job posting for the location of this specific opportunity.

Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only onecomponent of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which isdetermined upon company and individual performance.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At T. Rowe Price, our associates are our greatest asset. We thrive because our company culture is built on inclusion and because we sustain a work environment where associatescan bring their best selves to work every day. The backgrounds, talents, and experiences of our global associates allow us to embracenew ideas and perspectives that move our business priorities forward and enable us to deliver strong client outcomes. Here, you can expect equal opportunity and fair and consistent treatment for all. 

Benefits

We value your goals and needs, at work and in life. As an associate,you’ll be supported withresources,benefits, andwork-life balance so you can thrive in ways that matter to you.   

Featured employee benefits to enrich your life:  

• Competitive compensation  

• Annual bonus eligibility  

• A generous retirement plan  

• Hybrid work schedule  

• Health and wellness benefits, including online therapy  

• Paid time off for vacation, illness, medical appointments, and volunteering days  

• Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits  

Learn more about our benefits.  

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.