Tax Accountant

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

Veeco (NASDAQ:VECO) is a publicly traded semiconductor capital equipment company. This is a hands-on position responsible for preparing domestic tax returns, ASC 740 tax provisions including foreign country tax provision reviews, performing R&D studies, supporting transfer pricing and non-routine projects. The Tax Accountant has the opportunity to work with domestic and foreign operations to understand Veeco’s business models/processes and leverage his or her knowledge to make a difference in mitigating tax exposures and seeking tax saving opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated federal and state corporate income tax returns using Thomson’s OneSource RS software (including foreign forms 5471, 1118, GILTI/FDII etc.).
• Calculate and prepare estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Prepare R&D tax credits for Quarterly provision and conduct annual R&D studies.
• Defend federal and state income tax audits.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end consolidated income tax provisions collecting tax information, preparing tax provision schedules, reconciliations and maintaining tax documentation etc.
• Assist in year-end foreign income tax provision including preparation of E&P, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII and foreign tax credit calculations, review of foreign provision packages etc.

• Provide support in transfer pricing analysis and monitoring, prepare transfer pricing adjustments on a quarterly basis and assist with annual transfer pricing report process.
• Assist in tax provision modeling forecasts, changes in business operations and/or legal/tax structures.
• Assist with quarterly and year-end SOX control work.
• Research projects income tax/sales and use tax issues.

• Support other projects as they arise.
• Maintain certain level of technical knowledge.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics or a related field and at least 2 years of experience in public or tax accounting is required. CPA (passed all 4 parts of exam) required. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Motivated, eager to learn
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Proficient in Excel, Word
• Knowledge of Thomson’s OneSource RS, SAP, and Vertex is a plus  

Salary and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $65,000-$85,000, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.