Indirect Tax Specialist
Community Health Systems · United States · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemoteAccountingFull-time
Essential Functions
- Prepares and files indirect tax returns, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, and other applicable transaction-based taxes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to statutory deadlines.
- Reconciles indirect tax accrual accounts and supporting schedules, investigating and resolving variances as needed.
- Initiates and processes indirect tax payments to taxing authorities using appropriate payment methods, including check, ACH, wire, and online portals.
- Maintains accurate tax records and documentation by entity in accordance with organizational policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Supports internal and external audits by gathering documentation, responding to information requests, and assisting with audit resolution and refund claims.
- Reviews and evaluates transactions for appropriate indirect tax treatment, including warehouse purchases, intercompany allocations, and multi-entity activity.
- Collaborates with Accounting, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure indirect tax considerations are appropriately reflected in financial processes and system integrations.
- Utilizes enterprise systems and tax engines to support indirect tax reporting, reconciliation, and compliance activities.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
- A combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- 3-5 years of experience in indirect tax, sales and use tax, or related tax compliance functions required
- Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-state tax environments preferred
- Experience using Oracle Fusion or comparable ERP systems to support indirect tax processes, including tax accruals, filings, reconciliations, and payment workflows preferred