Tax Accountant

Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody our purpose: building enduring relationships and brighter financial futures. This guiding principle serves as a beacon for our team, influencing every action we take.

Realty Income’s employees consistently invest their time, commitment, and dedication into the company, and in turn, they receive investment returns in the form of purpose, belonging, and opportunities for advancement. 

Realty Income is committed to best-in-class corporate responsibility practices through environmental initiatives, governance programs, and community outreach projects. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our team members make a difference every day.

Position Overview: 

The Tax Accountant will be responsible for assisting with Realty Income Corporation’s tax and joint-venture compliance. Due to Realty Income’s operations throughout the country and its extensive network of legal entities, the position emphasizes a need to execute a high volume of compliance, tax strategy, and related tasks. 

This is a hybrid role based in our San Diego (Del Mar Heights) headquarters. We offer flexibility with remote work on Mondays and Fridays, while Tuesdays through Thursdays are in-office days to foster a collaborative work environment. Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with a 37-hour work week, including "5-hour Fridays!"

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and maintain tax fixed asset records, tax depreciation reports, and supporting documentation for tax return filings.
• Prepare work papers for tax returns related to joint ventures and other entities.
• Assist in maintaining and updating recurring tax compliance schedules for federal, state, and municipal filings.
• Prepare tax payments for estimates, extensions, and tax returns.
• Document and maintain procedural notes for various tax processes.
• Monitor and process notices from taxing authorities and prepare responses as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Currently pursuing or holding an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or enrolled agent status.
• 1+ years of experience in partnership or corporate tax preparation.
• Public accounting/tax firm experience preferred. 
• Experience with tax preparation software, such as OneSource and GoSystems.
• General knowledge of legal business entities and structures, including joint ventures.
• Basic knowledge of income tax accounting principles.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and follow instructions effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in PC applications, including tax compliance software, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• A desire to work in a growth-oriented environment, contribute to process improvements, and demonstrate continuous learning.

What you will get in return: 

The hourly rate for this role is in the range of $31.95 - $47.34 ($66,464 - $98,470). You may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an annual discretionary stock award, (dependent on date of hire) to be discussed during the initial phone interview. Base salary and total compensation package determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, education, skills, performance, and abilities, as well as internal equity, company performance, and alignment with market data.

Most US based full-time and part-time roles come with flexible schedules. We offer a best-in-class benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Our 401(k)-retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible compensation. Realty Income also offers other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits, along with 8.66 PTO hours every month; in addition to 12 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Realty Income’s purpose is to build enduring relationships and brighter financial futures, and this starts with you!