EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.Hugheshas an exciting opportunity for aTax Accountant. This position will be located at our Gaithersburg, MD location in support of its parent company, EchoStar Corporation and its various domestic and international subsidiaries.Responsibilities:Responsibilities will be 50% income tax and 50% indirect tax.Assist in the preparation and review of federal and state income tax returns and quarterly estimated and extension payment computations;Support the Company's corporate income tax provision process for compliance with US GAAP/SEC reporting as required by ASC 740;Assist with federal and state income tax audits, as necessary;Support various special projects and assist with ad hoc tax assignments as needed in all areas of tax, including assistance with research & development studies, oversight of the fixed assets tax ledger, tax notice correspondence, etc.Support sales and use tax return processing including monthly return administration, tax licenses, resale certificates, and file maintenance.Assist with Sales, use, and property tax notices, audits and appeals.Perform account reconciliations.Basic Requirements:BA/BS in Accounting1-3years of experience in income taxcompliance and income tax accounting reporting under ASC 740Preferred Qualifications:Ability to exercise judgment with defined procedures and practicesDemonstrate proactive behavior/involvement to make recommendations and facilitate decision makingCPA certificationMaster of Business in TaxationFamiliarity with OneSource Tax Provision Software, CorpTax and Sage Fixed Assets is a plusAbility to write tax position papers and technical memos to support Company's tax positionsWill be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD and disabilityWork-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNetHealth: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. US Persons or those able to obtain and maintain US government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.