Tax Specialist | Emerald Hospitality Associates

Emerald Hospitality Associates is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Tax Specialist to join our team! EHA is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!

What's in it for you? When you join EHA you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! EHA provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:

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Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!

Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options

401k Plan Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

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Our Company: Emerald Hospitality Associates is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather, analyze, interpret data and prepare sales, use and occupancy tax returns for multiple states and municipalities.
• Coordinate and/or prepare personal property tax, CAT and OL-3 returns.
• Maintain tax records, schedules and databases for all taxes.
• Ensure timely payment of all sales, property and specialty taxes.
• Research tax issues and respond to notices from various taxing authorities.
• Develop a thorough understanding of various state and local tax laws applicable to the lodging industry.
• Utilize computer applications to compile, retrieve and summarize accounting information.
• Set up tax accounts for newly acquired properties.
• Set up tax rates in computerized software systems.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Assist General Managers in proper collection of sales and occupancy tax and tax exempt reporting.
• Assist Staff Accountants in reconciling sales & occupancy tax due to the general ledger.
• Introduce or develop new ideas and processes which improve performance or productivity

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred.
• 2 - 4 years tax accounting experience preferred.
• Multi-state tax filing experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to manage the creation of thoughtful analytical reports from source and transaction data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required, including expert capability in Excel.
• Ability to work smart in a fast-paced, rapidly growing, entrepreneurial organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
• Navigate the office building to access necessary equipment and supplies (e.g., copy center, filing area, etc.) and meet with others in-person throughout the building as needed.
• Use hands to operate computer, phone, and keyboard.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

• The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

• Emerald Hospitality Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.