Sales and Use Tax Analyst

We are seeking a sales and use tax professional to join our fast paced, collaborative tax department. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, a self-starter, a problem solver, has a willingness to learn, and exercises independent judgement while still enjoying being part of a team. Our tax department provides a highly collaborative culture and flexible work arrangements while allowing you to work autonomously to prepare a high volume of complex tax returns. We use proactive approaches and innovative technologies, so an appetite for change and technology is a must!

The Tax Analyst is primarily responsible for independently preparing monthly transaction returns; timely and accurately reviewing invoices and accruing use tax based on research; researching and preparing refund claim packages for the company or for the customers with different states; monitoring and reviewing the customers exemption certificates. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to audit support, account reconciliations, sales tax credit review, process improvements, tax notice resolution, and special projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare sales and use tax returns and payment requests timely and accurately
• Timely file all assigned returns
• Prepare monthly use tax accruals and other month end journal entries
• Prepare other non-income tax returns, including beverage taxes, unclaimed property, business licenses, etc.
• Prepare monthly tax account reconciliations
• Review monthly expense and fixed asset purchases for proper sales and use tax treatment
• Review new inventory items for proper tax treatment
• Support Management in state and local audits with information gathering, data analysis, and implementation of system changes with respect to audit findings
• Research and interpret relevant transactional tax law as needed
• Prepare other transactional tax reports as assigned
• Respond timely and appropriately to tax notices as assigned
• Interact and communicate effectively with various business personnel and business units to understand business transactions and ensure accurate reporting
• Keep current on tax legislation and rate changes
• Maintain documentation in accordance with SOX requirements
• Monitor and review customer accounts and exemption certificates
• Research and prepare refund claim packages with different states
• Interact with other members of the Finance department, CFOs and accounting personnel at the operating facilities
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of sales tax software applications to ensure accurate collection and reporting
• Other functions and projects as assigned
  
  

QualificationsA Four-year Degree (Accounting, Preferred)

Other Criteria:

• Demonstrated analytical and computer skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• Experience with Vertex Tax Compliance software is a plus
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Self-motivated and innovative with the ability to thrive under pressure and work flexible hours as needed
• A strong ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects in a changing environment
• Strong integrity and business ethics