Who we are

At Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, we strive for a future in which the United States and Israel live up to their highest ideals and achieve more just and inclusive societies. In the U.S., we work to advance racial, gender and economic equity and foster a more joyful and diverse Jewish community. In Israel, we work toward a secure homeland for the Jewish people, a thriving democracy and an inclusive society that cares for its most vulnerable. We aim to drive and support long-term systemic change through investments in leaders, organizations and U.S. public policy.

Values and Culture

Our vision for achieving more just and inclusive societies starts within our organization. Every day, our team members work in partnership to support pathways to greater equity and inclusion for everyone. We look for team members who embody our core values of Equity, Impact, Optimism, Humility and Collaboration, and who are passionate about our mission. You can learn more about our mission and values on our website.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Who you will work with

The Staff Tax Accountant (STA) is a member of the Tax Accounting team, which supports several Schusterman-owned entities and is based in their Tulsa, OK office. The STA will assist with tax planning, preparation/filing of a variety of tax returns, and fixed asset analysis.

Where and how you will work

Schusterman employees work a weekly hybrid schedule with a mix of in-office time and work-from-home flexibility. For this role, you’ll need to be based in Tulsa, OK and be on-site on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This is a full-time position. Please note that Schusterman does not cover relocation expenses for this position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Prepare federal, state and local, corporate income/franchise tax returns, partnership tax returns, trust tax returns, individual tax returns and quarterly tax estimates.
• Assist with maintaining commercial real estate fixed asset base. Prepare tax schedules and workpapers recording multi-million-dollar property acquisitions, dispositions, and updates. Setup entries in accounting system and ensure tie-out to financials. Contribute to gain/loss reports and estimates used by management and stakeholders.
• Work with peers and management to create and present strategic tax planning solutions which may include but not limited to developing tax efficient business structures, assessing international tax exposure, evaluating new equity placements, and advising of recent tax law changes.
• Assist with tax research and planning, analyzing tax law, documenting positions, monitoring state and local law changes and assessing impact to company.
• Attend and participate in industry-leading learning opportunities offered through internal and external resources.
• Assist with tax issues that may arise and work with management on special projects.

WHO YOU ARE (COMPETENCIES)

We seek team members who are aligned with our organizational values and the core competencies that guide us: Equity, Impact, Optimism, Humility and Collaboration. You may find alignment with a career at Schusterman if you are:

• Equity: Consistently striving to develop and act on knowledge of self, the organization and systems that drive equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Impact: Action-oriented and deliver high-quality work that drives results and long-term impact.
• Optimism: Open to learning from both successes and setbacks while envisioning possibilities for the future.
• Humility: Someone who wants to understand, learn and act toward ongoing development.
• Collaboration: Open to actively advancing shared goals in partnership with others.

Additionally, team members in roles at this level actively contribute to culture building and organizational impact through:

• Organizes Work: Executes work effectively by dividing work into steps, monitoring progress along the way, and making adjustments as needed.
• Direct Communication: Communicates clearly with stakeholders, working to match intent with impact in interactions.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (REQUIREMENTS)

The following qualifications are representative of the high level of demonstrated skills, maturity, judgement and ability to work with a wide range of constituencies required of Schusterman employees. We encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate many of these skills and competencies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• At least 3 years of professional accounting or finance experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant is preferred.
• Strong research skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and find conclusions from large amounts of data required.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions required.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy required.
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills required.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines required.
• PC skills (with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), as well as a thorough knowledge and comfort of basic web skills required.
• No travel is required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SCHUSTERMAN

This role features a competitive hiring range of $82,000 - $95,000 based on experience and Schusterman’s commitment to internal equity. We offer a strong benefits package to support employee health and well-being, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and mental health support. Schusterman encourages ongoing professional development and supports activities aligned with one’s individual career growth plan.

Note on Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Schusterman provides access to continuing education reimbursement and other benefits. Please note that our organization is not an eligible employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

The Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Schusterman promotes diversity and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identify, gender expression, religious creed, disability, genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.