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Tax Accountant


Company : White Castle


Location : Columbus, OH


Created : 2026-04-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

White Castle has a hot and tasty opportunity on the menu with the chance to join a team that truly sticks together. With one in five team members having at least 10 years of consecutive service, a job with White Castle can become more than just a job - it can grow into a lasting and meaningful career. For over 100 years, our family-owned business has been dedicated to satisfying your cravings morning, noon, and night. We’ve perfected our iconic Slider recipe, and are just missing one, important ingredient… you. In 2014, our Original Slider? was named as Time Magazine’s “Most Influential Burger of All Time”. While delicious, our Sliders aren’t the only ones deserving of awards. In 2021, Fast Company named us one of the “10 Most Innovative Dining Companies,” and we’re proud to be Great Place To Work? Certified™ since 2021 and an honoree on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ list since 2022. Your search ends here - we’ve got the career opportunity you Crave! Apply today and Follow Your Crave™!When what you Crave is a job that combines creative, challenging and ever-changing work with an experienced, inclusive team committed to create memorable moments every day, only White Castle hits the spot! We’re America’s first fast-food hamburger chain with more than a century of service to a nation of Cravers. But we’re not satisfied with an impressive past. We’ve got our eye on an even tastier future, and we want you to be part of it! White Castle is always looking for passionate, energetic, results driven people to join our teams, so apply to start your White Castle career today!The Tax Accountant will have primary responsibility for filing sales/use tax and payroll withholding compliance. This position will also be responsible for corporate city income tax returns, trust and individual income tax returns. Additionally, the position will assist with special projects assigned by the Sr. Tax Accountant or Tax Manager, which may include personal property returns, state and local apportionment schedules and research as it relates to an audit or compliance matters. If you are craving a new opportunity and meet the minimum qualifications below - please apply today! What we are looking forB.S. Degree in Accounting and at least 5 years of experience in taxes, or equivalent;Minimum background of 5 years in public accounting or corporate environment with multi-state tax experience;Able to read and understand the tax returns and the various states’ tax regulations;Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines during times when the schedule is heavy. Must be able to maintain accuracy and be detailed oriented;Excellent communication skills;Excellent tax research skills;Advanced personal computer and spreadsheet skills required;Knowledge of Ultra Tax (or similar Thompson Reuter product) a plus;Knowledge of Sage fixed asset and LT Tax payroll system a plus;Must be self-directed and able to deal with interruptions while completing important project deadlines;Good organizational skills and reading comprehension. What you will doPreparation and filing of sales and use tax returns as well as review fixed asset and expense invoices to determine taxability and apply the proper tax codes;Research various state and city tax laws as it applies to sales and use tax in the restaurant and manufacturing industry to ensure the company is in compliance;Assist with compliance of payroll withholding and unemployment insurance returns for states and cities using LT Tax payroll software;Preparation of city corporate income tax returns and back up work papers as well as research related filing requirements to ensure company is compliant with state tax laws;Preparation of trust and individual income tax returns;Interact with or assist with sales tax audits by compiling and analyzing information prior to audit and identifying potential exposure items or refunds;Special projects including state and local apportionment schedules and personal property tax returns. Why work for us? Here’s why!!! Did you know that over half of the team members at our Home Office have more than 10 years of service at White Castle? Why, you ask? Because in this family owned business, we take care of our team! Check out a few of the many reasons why people crave to work with us: Programs and benefit eligibility varies based on the average hours worked, location and length of service at White Castle. Family owned and operated since 1921Medical (4 plan options and 4 national carriers to choose from)Dental & Vision PlanCompany paid Life Insurance and AD&D (buy-ups available)Paid holidaysBereavement payJury duty pay4 Weeks of Paid Vacation in the first yearWeekly paychecks - YES, WEEKLY!401(k) (100% company match for the first 3% deferred and 50% for the next 2%); all contributions are 100% vested!Profit Sharing planHoliday bonusesFree parkingRecognition programsEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition reimbursementScholarship opportunitiesCareer growth and developmentHybrid work environmentBusiness casual dress code (Yep, we wear jeans every day!)Onsite Café with free drinks and food discountsCommunity service opportunitiesWhite Castle restaurant discountsA slide to our lobbyAnd much more… If you meet the minimum qualifications above, APPLY NOW! White Castle is an Equal Opportunity Employer