Itron Inc.

Itron Inc. provides a uniquely-comprehensive portfolio of products and services for the energy and water industries throughout the world. Itron Inc. consists of Itron in North America and Actaris outside of North America. Our company is the world's leading provider of solid-state meters-electricity, water, gas and heat-and data collection/communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) technology. Itron offers enterprise-wide software platforms, project management, installation and consulting services. Our offerings allow customers to collect more detailed, reliable and timely data, analyze it in meaningful ways and use it to make informed decisions that optimize the use of energy and water. With that type of detailed information for decision-making, everyone benefits: utilities, customers, regulators, shareholders and, of course, the environment.

Job Opportunity itro-00001353

Title: Sr Tax Accountant Department: Finance Location: Liberty Lake WA Description: This is an exciting new opportunity for you to be exposed to the corporate tax world or to expand your past industry experience. For nearly 30 years Itron has provided solutions to electric, gas and water utilities worldwide to enable them to optimize the delivery and use of energy and water. On April 18, 2007 we expanded our global business with the acquisition of Actaris Metering Systems. We now have more than 8,000 utility customers, 33 manufacturing facilities, customers in more than 60 countries and more than 8,500 employees. This position will help us continue our past success.

This Senior Tax Accountant position will report to the Manager, Income Tax Accounting, and will be responsible for preparation of the world-wide tax provision. You will apply your past experience with FAS 109 to an exciting new 'global' company. Your duties will include:

1. Preparation of the consolidated income tax provision;

2. Research issues related to the income tax accounting for federal, state and international taxes; 3. SOX related compliance; 4. Accounting for stock based compensation under FAS 123(R); 5. Review and update of uncertain tax positions pursuant to FIN 48; 6. Other income tax accounting duties.

This is an exceptional opportunity to expand your background in our expanding global economy. Qualifications: 1. Four-year degree in tax/accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 2. Advanced tax degree and/or CPA preferred; 3. At least 2 years of progressively responsible corporate tax experience including the application of FAS 109; 4. Intermediate-level proficiency with Outlook, Word and Excel. 5. Working knowledge of Oracle and Tax Stream preferred. 6. Must possess analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; 7. Ability to learn quickly with limited supervision and document decisions.

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