Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Sales and Use Tax Accountant to support multi-state sales and use tax compliance. This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate tax filings, minimizing audit exposure, and maintaining compliance with evolving state and local tax regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and technical expertise, along with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support both strategic and operational tax initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file accurate sales and use tax returns across multiple states and local jurisdictions on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Ensure timely remittance of tax payments to avoid penalties and interest.
• Reconcile all sales and use tax accounts and prepare necessary adjusting journal entries (AJEs).
• Maintain organized and complete documentation for all tax filings, positions, and correspondence.
• Research and interpret state and local tax laws, staying up to date on legislative changes and procedural updates.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from state and local authorities.
• Assist with sales and use tax audits, including document collection, reconciliations, and communication with auditors.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Procurement teams to ensure accurate use tax application and accrual processes.
• Work with Accounts Receivable to issue tax credits and manage exemption requests.
• Maintain and update tax exemption certificates and resale documentation, ensuring completeness and compliance within Vertex or similar systems.
• Support ERP system updates and tax engine integrations (e.g., Avalara, Vertex) for accurate tax calculation, coding, and mapping.
• Analyze tax reports and workpapers to identify inconsistencies or errors and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance tax compliance and efficiency.
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure alignment and resolution of tax-related issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMI certification a plus).
• 2–5 years of sales and use tax or indirect tax compliance experience.
• Strong understanding of multi-state tax regulations, nexus rules, and filing requirements.
• Proficiency in Excel and tax software (e.g., OneSource, Avalara, Vertex).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Corridor.
• Familiarity with manufacturing or e-commerce tax environments.
• Knowledge of taxability matrices and product/service classification.
• Hands-on experience with Vertex O Series and maintaining customer tax profiles.