Tax Accountant

About the role

The Tax Accountant will support Ameris Bank’s tax compliance, planning, and reporting functions across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. This position ensures accurate tax filings, assists with provision calculations, and helps maintain a strong tax governance framework.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare corporate tax filings, including income, franchise, sales/use, property, and other taxes.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely submission of tax returns and estimated payments.
• Support quarterly and annual tax provision calculations and reporting under ASC 740.
• Gather documentation for audits with tax authorities and external advisors.
• Drive process improvements and automation throughout the tax life cycle.
• Monitor tax legislation changes and assess their impact on the company.
• Evaluate tax implications of new banking products, services, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, Finance, and other internal departments.
• Respond to internal requests for tax‑related data or analysis.

Required profile

• 0‑2 years of experience in tax, accounting, or public accounting.
• Willingness to learn on the job and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail abilities.
• Basic understanding of Sarbanes‑Oxley and internal tax controls.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Required skills

• Intermediate or higher proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Competence in Microsoft Word.
• Competence in Microsoft PowerPoint.