Accountant, Tax

We are looking for an Accountant, Tax to join the Invitation Homes Tax team which is responsible for federal, state, and local tax compliance for a portfolio of approximately 80,000 single-family rental properties. The Accountant, Tax will be responsible for preparing documentation in support of federal and state tax returns, assisting in monitoring the company’s REIT status, responding to tax notices, and completing other special projects as needed. This role will have plenty of interaction with other departments and other teams within the Accounting Department. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and has a desire to learn multiple aspects of the single-family residential business.

Invitation Homes is a publicly traded company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We embrace teamwork, process improvement, and associate development.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in federal, state, and local income tax compliance and the calculation of book to tax differences.

• Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Calculate quarterly tax provision and REIT testing.

• Resolve notices and audits with tax authorities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• Proficiency in Excel is expected.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Ability to plan and prioritize workload.

• A self-starter with a positive attitude who is capable of working as a team.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Capable of applying knowledge gained from one project to another.

• Ability to interact with various departments and levels of management through both written and verbal communications.