Regional Accountant

Sales and Use Tax

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual state and local sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Reconcile sales and use tax general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Manage and support sales tax audits by gathering data and defending tax positions.
• Research, interpret, and implement changes in state and local tax regulations.
• Manage and identify taxable/non-taxable transactions.
• Analyze accounts payable invoices to determine correct use tax, if applicable.
• Register for tax permits in new jurisdictions.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from authorities.
• Implement process improvements for tax compliance.

Accounting Duties

• Prepare and review monthly property operating statements.
• Prepare and review monthly cash and/or bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and review various mid-month reconciliations for your assigned portfolio.
• Maintain supporting documentation, accounts, and records to support proper reporting procedures of tax and indirect returns.
• Maintain accurate accounting files for month-end and mid-month reconciliations.
• Conduct appropriate research and analyze large sets of data as needed in order to propose and implement improvements in system and process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Prepare capital reclass packages, which involves obtaining appropriate approvals and collecting all necessary backup.
• Participate in special projects, as needed.