What are the responsibilities and job description for the Indirect Tax Specialist position at Public Storage?
Company Description
Since opening our first self-storage facility in 1972, Public Storage has grown to become the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the world. With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Europe, and more than 170 million net rentable square feet of real estate, we're also one of the largest landlords.
We've been recognized as A Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute. And, our employees have also voted us as having Best Career Growth, ranked us in the Top 5% for Work Culture, and in the Top 10% for Diversity and Inclusion.
We're a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500. Our common and preferred stocks trade on the New York Stock Exchange.
Job Description
The indirect tax specialist will be responsible for assisting the senior staff with compliance and audit management for Public Storage, including third parties and related entities in the U.S. (40 states).
The specialist will assist in compiling data that is used to prepare returns in-house. The specialist will assist in maintaining and updating OneSource and all integration points with the POS and SAP.
The specialist will be responsible to:
- Assist in the compilation of data for the preparation of indirect tax returns
- Assist senior staff in the gathering and analysis of supporting documentation for indirect tax audits
- Perform general indirect tax research and advisory services, including resolving various indirect tax issues and questions for the business, as well as customers and vendors while maintaining positive relationships
- Assist senior staff in conducting reverse indirect tax audits
- Assist senior staff in the monitoring of tax compliance for company locations to ensure the properties adhere to company tax policies and procedures
- Assist in the maintenance of the OneSource indirect tax system and procedures, including working with information system personnel to develop and refine tax data collection systems, and assisting in the updating of tax procedures manuals
- Maintain control sheet for monthly, quarterly, and annually filed sales tax returns for Public Storage, third party properties, and related entities
- Work with third-party management group making sure all sales tax filing information has been obtained, including licensing, filing frequency, login and contact information
- Prepare check requests to submit to A/P for payment
- Match A/P checks and reports to state and local sales tax returns
- Scan, copy, and mail certified, all state and local sales tax returns monthly, quarterly, and annually or file online where applicable
- Other duties as assigned by senior staff and management
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
- 4 yrs. experience in one or more of the following areas: a corporate tax environment, finance environment, public accounting firm, or other relevant experience with at least 1 yr. of experience in indirect tax.
- Proficient in Advanced Excel Functions (PivotTable, VLookup, Database Query, etc.), Word and Access
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
- Intermediate organization and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of SAP and OneSource
- Multiyear experience in indirect tax compliance, or related work preferred
- CMI (Certified Member of Institute) designation is a plus
Additional Information
Public Storage is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
