Principal Tax Accountant
Current• Preparation of year-end income tax provision reported on Alaska Air Group, Inc.’s financial statements.• Supported the direct tax team in the successful merging of Virgin America Inc. into Alaska Air Group, Inc.• Preparation and review of state and city apportionment workpapers and returns for over 40 states.• Research and complex analysis of airline apportionment rules for new and current states with tax filing obligations.• Assisted in the implementation of a new tax fixed asset software for approximately $9 billion worth of assets. Currently assisting in the management of the tax fixed assets and calculation of depreciation for quarterly estimates, provision, and income tax filing.