Senior Tax Accountant
American Century InvestmentsAbout Us
American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments.
Privately controlled and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So, the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone.
All 1,400 of us across the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients, and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you.
Role Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Tax Accountant to join our Tax Accounting team. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role is responsible for tax accounting and compliance, technical tax research, planning, audits, and other tax-related initiatives.
In this position, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to analyze business activities, ensure proper tax treatment, and support strategic decision-making.
This is a hybrid position based out of our Kansas City, MO office.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
How You Will Make an Impact
Tax Accounting & Compliance:
Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including related financial statement disclosures.
Manage preparation of federal, state, local, and international tax filings.
Calculate and prepare estimated tax payments and extensions.
Maintain a compliance calendar to ensure all filings are completed accurately and on time.
Support tax audits, notices, and information requests.
Partner with external tax advisors on domestic and international compliance and consulting matters.
Identify opportunities to enhance tax processes and drive continuous improvement.
Develop and maintain documented internal controls over tax processes.
Contribute to tax planning initiatives and evaluate positions to optimize outcomes.
Tax Research & Projects:
Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and rulings; clearly communicate conclusions and recommendations.
Stay current on tax developments and assess the impact of new legislation on the business.
Evaluate tax implications of business initiatives and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
Support special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.
What You Bring to the Team (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
CPA required.
2+ years of experience in corporate tax (public accounting and/or industry), including domestic tax experience across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
Strong knowledge of income tax accounting, including ASC 740.
Advanced Excel skills and overall proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teams.
Self-starter who can manage priorities independently while collaborating effectively.
Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.
Additional Assets (Preferred)
Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
Public accounting experience.
Exposure to international tax concepts and compliance.
The above statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
- Generous PTO and competitive benefits
- 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning
Learn more about our benefits and perks.
Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.
American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such, American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.
We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to HR-Talent_Acquisition@americancentury.com. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.
American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.
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