Senior Tax Accountant

At The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. We aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit.

As part of our team, you’ll join a high-performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated. You’ll help shape experiences that fill hearts, consume minds, and enrich souls. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a global movement, to lead from the front, and to leave a legacy. Together, we create moments that last a lifetime. The IRONMAN Group is the world's largest operator of mass participation sports, delivering over 200+ events a year across 55+ countries thanks to a passionate global team. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Corporate Senior Tax Accountant reporting to Corporate Senior Tax Manager based in our Tampa, Florida office.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to assist with the preparation of the U.S. annual consolidated tax provision and corporate income tax returns, covering approximately 30 states, and to support various international tax filings.  The role includes assisting with preparing quarterly estimated tax payments and coordinating payment requests.  A solid understanding of accounting principles is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of U.S. GAAP, statutory accounting, and corporate income tax principles to support accurate reporting and compliance.
• Communicate effectively with internal accounting teams and external consultants or tax advisors.
• Maintain strong organizational skills and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist with the timely filing of corporate income tax returns and quarterly estimated tax payments for all domestic jurisdictions.
• Prepare annual tangible property, franchise, and gross receipts tax filings.
• Assist international tax filings and reporting in coordination with global teams and external advisors.
• Assist with the preparation of tax accruals, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Support the calculation and review of the Company’s tax provision, including:
  • Book/tax differences (Schedule M-1/M-3)
  • State modifications
  • Tracking of tax attributes
  • State apportionment analysis
• Conduct research and provide analytical support for special tax projects.
• Support the implementation of new tax policies, strategies, and procedures, and contribute to cross-functional initiatives as appropriate.

Culture

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful team environment by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and collaboration in all interactions.
• Embrace IRONMAN’s BE ICONIC mindset by bringing an athlete-first perspective, taking ownership of work, and showing pride in delivering exceptional experiences.
• Communicate openly and constructively with teammates and cross-functional partners to support efficient execution and problem solving.
• Demonstrate adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, learning from each event and contributing ideas to improve processes and experiences.
• Act as a culture carrier onsite and offsite, recognizing that individual behaviors directly shape the athlete, volunteer, and team experience.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or higher)
• Required four-year degree in accounting or finance
• Masters in Accounting or Taxation preferred
• Corporate tax provision and corporate tax compliance experience
• At least three years of relevant corporate tax experience
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities
• Willing and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment in accordance with applicable law.

The above job description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of duties, responsibilities, skill and abilities, required to do the job.  Rather, it is intended only to describe the general nature of the job and is a reasonable representation of its activities.   Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time.