• Job Description

  Req#: 5000938129406

  Job Description

  Sempra is a leading North American energy infrastructure company that helps meet the daily energy needs of nearly 40 million consumers. As the owner of one of the largest energy networks on the continent, Sempra is helping to electrify and decarbonize some of the world's most significant economic markets, including California, Texas, Mexico and the LNG export market. The company is also consistently recognized as a leader in sustainable business practices and for its long-standing commitment to building a high-performance culture focused on safety, leadership and workforce development, and diversity and inclusion. Investor's Business Daily named Sempra the top-ranked utility in the U.S. for environmental, social and governance scores and financial performance. Sempra was also included on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for the 12th consecutive year. More information about Sempra is available at sempra.com and on Twitter @Sempra.

  Primary Purpose:

  This position in Sempra's corporate tax group will be instrumental in the effective operation of the organization and will assist leading the tax accounting team. In general, the Tax Manager will lead and provide day to day direction of staff and be responsible for the overall management of all areas of income tax accounting, including the completion of filing requirements and financial statement tax disclosures on a timely and accurate basis for the regulated and unregulated businesses, directing staff to respond to tax and/or financial statement audits of the company and its subsidiaries, and analyzing and quantifying any tax impact to the company of current tax law and proposed tax legislation.

  Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversees and manages the preparation and review of the Company's timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end tax provisions (under ASC 740) and applicable financial statement tax disclosures.
  • Manages the tax requirements for financial forecasting and strategic planning.
  • Proactively monitors and communicates existing and emerging tax laws, legislation and rulings, GAAP, and SEC regulations; research, analyze, and quantify any impact to company’s financial statements.
  • Identifies, researches, quantifies, and effectively communicates tax accounting treatment for tax provision and planning strategies for assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Compiles and reviews responses to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
  • Continuously seeks to improve tax processes, identifying and leading process improvements through use of technology and innovation.
  • Works in a collaborative team environment, managing and developing staff through effective and timely supervision, training, performance management and appraisal.
  • Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

  Qualifications

  Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field, required.
  • Master's Degree in tax or accounting, preferred.

  Experience:

  • 10+ years experience (including 2+ years in leadership role) of progressive experience in corporate tax; preferably with a large CPA firm or large corporate tax department, required.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Requires strong, in-depth knowledge of tax accounting (ASC 740). Required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment while managing multiple priorities and shifting deadlines. Required
  • Detail oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Required
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Required
  • Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel. Preferred
  • Knowledge of OneSource Tax Provision and data analytics tools desirable. Preferred
  • Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
  • We offer a hybrid work environment. Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.

  Licenses and Certifications:

  • CPA license, preferred.

  Work Schedule

  HYBRID: Sempra employees work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 3 days per week.

  Area of Interest

  Tax

  Full-Time/Part-Time

  Full-time

  Min Salary

  $138,900.00

  Mid-Point

  $173,650.00

  Max Salary

  $208,400.00

  Total Rewards Philosophy

  Note: Sempra strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

  
  Sempra offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

• About the company

  Sempra Energy is a North American energy infrastructure company based in San Diego, California.

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