Senior Tax Associate

Energy Fuels Inc. is a Denver-based global critical mineral company poised to supply 10 of the 50 minerals essential for current and emerging technologies. Building on more than 45 years of uranium experience, we leverage specialized expertise and facilities to bring key elements to the global supply chain. Energy Fuels is the largest U.S. uranium provider, supplying nuclear energy utilities with material for the zero-emissions nuclear fuel cycle and operating White Mesa Mill, the nation’s only conventional uranium mill. We also produce rare earth oxides for permanent magnets used in electric mobility, wind energy, drones, robotics, and defense applications. A global portfolio of heavy mineral sands assets further supports rare earth processing and the development of products such as titanium and zircon minerals.

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Associate will play a key role in the preparation and review support of the Company's U.S. federal and state income tax filings, sales and use tax compliance, property tax reporting, and tax accounting processes. The position will also assist with tax audits, transfer pricing initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring projects, and other special tax planning opportunities. Energy Fuels is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Income Tax Compliance

• Prepare and support the filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Prepare apportionment, state modifications, and other tax compliance calculations.
• Prepare schedules for the Canadian income tax returns.
• Coordinate information requests with internal departments and external service providers.
• Assist with tax provision-to-return reconciliations.

Indirect Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file state and local sales and use tax returns.
• Assist with indirect tax audits and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Research sales and use taxability of purchases and transactions.
• Prepare annual personal property and real property tax filings.
• Maintain exemption certificates and assist with indirect tax process improvements.
• Prepare quarterly Canadian GST returns.
• Prepare quarterly mining severance and radioactive waste tax returns.

Tax Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740.
• Prepare supporting schedules for current and deferred tax calculations.
• Assist with valuation allowance analyses, uncertain tax positions, and tax account reconciliations.
• Support external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.

Special Projects

• Support domestic and international tax planning initiatives.
• Assist with transfer pricing documentation and compliance requirements.
• Participate in tax due diligence and integration efforts related to acquisitions.
• Support corporate restructuring projects and legal entity rationalization initiatives.
• Conduct tax research and prepare written summaries of tax positions.
• Monitor tax legislation and regulatory developments affecting the Company.
• Other duties as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field. 
• 4+ years of corporate tax or public accounting experience.
• Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting.
• Experience with OneSource tax compliance software

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Strong tax compliance, tax return preparation, and review capabilities.
• Proficiency in tax research and analysis.
• Knowledge of tax accounting and financial reporting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and tax software skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams and external advisors.

Physical and Sensory Demands 

• Primarily office-based work involves prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and telephone communication.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
• Requires visual acuity sufficiently to analyze data, review detailed reports, and prepare presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in group presentation settings.

The physical and sensory demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offered to the successful candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and/or education. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s salary history, by law, Energy Fuels will not ask for information about salary history, nor should candidates share that information with the company.

This role may be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus and long-term incentive program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits may be available

This position is based out of Energy Fuels Lakewood location and is expected to be in the office most of the week. We offer a 9/80 schedule, along with a remote work Tuesday, for most of our exempt positions. The successful candidate will work out the details of their schedule with their manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Energy Fuels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our positions are subject to background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify you from employment; all cases are considered on an individual basis relative to the duties of the position. 

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to jobs@energyfules.com or by calling 303-389-4161.

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with Energy Fuels is at will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

Colorado Job Application Fairness Act

An applicant may redact information from their resume, cover letter, and/or transcripts identifying their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. If your position requires us to review an official transcript, without redacting, we will request one as part of our conditional offer process. To evaluate work experience against established requirements for positions, we are still requesting dates of service (month and year) for positions in the applicant’s work history.

Sponsorship

Please note that this position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.