Associate Accountant; Tax Withholding & Reporting

What You'll Do

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Associate Accountant (Tax Withholding & Reporting) to join our Corporate Tax team. You will support U.S. tax compliance related to customer payments, ensuring accurate and timely withholding and payment of tax deposits to federal and state governments. You will prepare and file withholding tax returns and utilize One Source and Master Tax platforms for reporting and compliance management.

The position works in coordination with global service center teams in Des Moines and Pune, India, who assist with data preparation and processing.

• Monitor deposit schedules and thresholds to maintain compliance and prevent penalties.
• Reconcile withholding amounts with payments and filed returns.

• Prepare and file periodic customer withholding returns (e.g., Forms 1042, 1099-related).
• Prepare and file periodic tax returns (e.g., Forms 941, 945, state filings).
• Review and validate data from business units, government agencies, and team members for accuracy.
• Resolve discrepancies and assist in responding to tax authority notices.

• Ensure accurate integration between ERP systems and tax platforms.
• Support system updates and process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

• Partner with Accounting, Treasury, Legal, IT, and Business Units to ensure correct tax treatment, documentation, and process alignment.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews related to withholding.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience required.
• Partners with colleagues across global time zones, with standard office hours beginning at 6:00 AM CST.
• This position may require successful completion of a criminal background check.

• Attention to detail: Demonstrates strong accuracy in data management, tax calculations, and financial reporting.
• Analytical and compliance expertise: Proven ability to interpret rules and regulations, identify discrepancies, recommend compliant solutions, and effectively prioritize tasks to consistently meet filing and remittance deadlines.
• Intermediate Excel & data analysis: Proficient in using Excel, including Pivot Tables, and related functions to analyze, interpret, and summarize complex datasets.
• Continuous learning: Actively stays up to date on evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

$24.20 - $32.42 / hour

Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non-exempt) employees and provides a set amount of accrued time earned each pay period. Employees can use their PTO for vacation, personal or short-term illness.

Yes

This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical work week) from Des Moines, IA.

This role partners with colleagues across global time zones and operates during typical office hours starting at 6:00 AM CST.

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

Principal Asset Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.