Sales Tax Clerk II

About the role

As a Tax Clerk, you will set up new customer accounts in the tax software system, maintain existing accounts, and perform internal audits of customer tax records, including sales tax filings, use tax filings, personal property/real estate payments, and business licenses.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain customer accounts in the sales tax system of record.
• Assist field personnel with issue resolution involving customer accounts and tax.
• Assist with filing sales tax returns, including running reports, preparing worksheets, and filing.
• Handle all use tax issues and payments.
• Assist with internal audit functions and cleanup of customer/system data.
• Manage the customer notification process for internal audits.
• Classify material items.
• Track business licenses and personal property/real estate taxes, keeping them up to date.
• Perform customer data and new account set-up, verify certificates, and report in the sales tax system of record.
• Maintain changes/closures and correct tax classification codes in the sales tax system of record.
• Provide customer service for the tax team, including timely responses to department inbox and assisting internal/external customers.
• Analyze and issue tax credits/debits as required.
• Function as part of the accounting team by assisting with other accounting tasks as needed.
• Perform cross-training activities and assist in training new employees as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of information at all times.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of related experience in a professional environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reading and interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Financial and business exposure to accounting information systems.
• Experience and proficiency working in both SAP and taxing software.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday.
• May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds, such as office supplies or equipment.

Environmental Factors

This position is in an office environment where team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers, and other office equipment for professional services.

Pay

The potential compensation range for this role is $18.85 - $24.49 per hour. The final offer amount could exceed this range based on factors such as candidate location, experience, and skills.