Indirect Tax Analyst

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate with the external sales tax compliance service provider responsible for the monthly compliance process, including data preparation, return filing, and tax payment monitoring.
• Perform day-to-day operational tasks within the Company’s sales tax engine (Vertex O Series), including transaction validation, reporting, and routine upkeep; escalate configuration and integration issues as appropriate.
• Maintain the exemption certificate process within Vertex O Series, including certificate collection, validation, and ongoing upkeep of customer exemption certificates in accordance with state requirements.
• Support sales tax audits by coordinating data gathering requests, liaising with state and local taxing authorities, and working with outside service providers and internal stakeholders throughout the audit process.
• Aid in sales and use tax research by gathering relevant data and documentation to support inquiries and audit defense.
• Assist with new store growth by managing sales tax licensing and registration filings and coordinating Vertex O Series set up for new locations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ensuring vendors appropriately charge sales tax and that the Company correctly accrues use tax on applicable purchases.
• Aid in business licensing compliance, managing data requests, coordinating annual renewals, and processing new license applications across all Company locations in partnership with external service provider.
• Aid in personal property tax compliance, including gathering data for annual filings and tracking assessment notices in coordination with outside service provider.

Qualifications And Skills Required

• 2-4 years of experience in Sales and Use Tax compliance.
• Preferred licensed CPA, CMI, or a Master’s degree in Taxation.
• Experience with Vertex O Series strongly desired.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Windows-based accounting system knowledge.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proactive personality, with a desire to grow with the company.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, when necessary.
• Strong desire to be integrated into the broader finance team.
• Strong tax research, technical, and accounting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience working effectively with across departments.