<p><br><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. <br><br>We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?</span></p><p> </p><div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">As a <strong>Sr Tax Accountant</strong>, you’ll be responsible for managing income and withholding tax compliance, tax accounting, and reporting across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll support audits, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring accurate and timely tax filing. </span></p><p> </p></div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">This position is based in Houston, Texas, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring two days per week onsite at the office. </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"> </span></p></div><div><p><strong><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Main responsibilities: </span></strong></p></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Responsible for Income tax administration, payments and notices. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Income tax accounting - Journal entries validation, reconciliation and clearings of tax accounts, etc. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Withholding taxes for US, Canada, and Puerto Rico - Analysis, Collections and reports. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Prepare some IRS basic forms such us forms 8802, and others. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Prepare reports from SAP and HFM as needed. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Work on ad-hoc tax projects as needed. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Prepare business tax returns such as gross receipt tax. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Supporting and participating in development and optimizing tax process. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Communicate effectively across the enterprise functions - legal, finance, purchasing, master data, A/P, etc.  </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Supporting internal and external audits. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"> </span></p></div><div><div><div><p><strong><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Required qualifications: </span></strong></p></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.</p></li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p>3+ year of experience in taxation. </p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Solid understanding of income and withholding tax compliance. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Hands-on experience with SAP and HFM systems. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Experience with QlikView is a plus. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Effective communication in English. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Time management. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Meeting deadlines. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Critical Thinking / Analytical Reasoning. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Self-Starter / self-managed. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Detail oriented. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Planning and organization skills. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Problem-solving skills. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Ability to work effectively in a team environment within a diversified workforce. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Ability to interpret and explain complex legislation to non-accounting specialists. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p> </p></div></div></div></div><div><div><p> </p></div></div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Last application date: 19/09/2025 </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law. </span></p><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;"><br>Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.</span></div><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;"><strong>This is Wärtsilä</strong> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>. </span></p>

<p>We enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services together with all our stakeholders &ndash; today and tomorrow. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. We work together with our strong ecosystem of partners every day, providing a wide portfolio of leading technologies and innovative solutions that offer our customers superior uptime, reliability and foreseeable lifecycle costs across their operations. Our global passionate team of 17,500 energy and maritime experts in 200 locations in more than 70 countries is committed to shaping decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe.</p>

Sr Tax Accountant

<p><br><span>Wärtsilä is an innovative&nbsp;technology company known for&nbsp;being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.&nbsp;Our ultimate aim is&nbsp;to provide increased value to both&nbsp;our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.&nbsp;<br><br>We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised&nbsp;and sustainable future.&nbsp;By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><div><div><p><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span>As a <strong>Sr Tax Accountant</strong>, you’ll be responsible for managing income and withholding tax compliance, tax accounting, and reporting across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll support audits, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring accurate and timely tax filing.&nbsp;</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p></div><div><p><span>This position is based in Houston, Texas, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring two days per week onsite at the office.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><strong><span>Main responsibilities:&nbsp;</span></strong></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Responsible for Income tax administration, payments and notices.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Income tax accounting - Journal entries validation, reconciliation and clearings of tax accounts, etc.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Withholding taxes for US, Canada, and Puerto Rico - Analysis, Collections and reports.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Prepare some IRS basic forms such us forms 8802, and others.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Prepare reports from SAP and HFM as needed.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Work on ad-hoc tax projects as needed.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Prepare business tax returns such as gross receipt tax.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Supporting and participating in development and optimizing tax process.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Communicate effectively across the enterprise functions - legal, finance, purchasing, master data, A/P, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Supporting internal and external audits.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span>&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><div><div><p><strong><span>Required qualifications:&nbsp;</span></strong></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.</p></li><li><p>3+ year of experience in taxation.&nbsp;</p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span>Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Solid understanding of income and withholding tax compliance.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Hands-on experience with SAP and HFM systems.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience with QlikView is a plus.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Effective communication in English.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Time management.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Meeting deadlines.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Critical Thinking / Analytical Reasoning.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Self-Starter / self-managed.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Detail oriented.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Planning and organization skills.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Problem-solving skills.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Ability to work effectively in a team environment within a diversified workforce.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Ability to interpret and explain complex legislation to non-accounting specialists.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p>&nbsp;</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><p>&nbsp;</p></div></div><p><span>Last application date: 19/09/2025&nbsp;</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span>Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.&nbsp;</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span>Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.&nbsp;</span></p><div><span>Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span><br>Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.</span></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span><strong>This is Wärtsilä</strong>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>.&nbsp;</span></p>

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