Sales Tax Compliance & Advisory Specialist (Volunteer)

About the role

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Our work centers dignity, equity, and accountability—creating pathways to stability, opportunity, and hope.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on state and local sales tax requirements affecting MAP activities
• Advise on sales tax obligations related to merchandise, apparel, books, and digital products
• Review current systems to ensure proper sales tax collection and reporting procedures
• Support accounting team in maintaining accurate tax documentation and records
• Identify compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Provide guidance on multi-state sales tax considerations as MAP grows
• Auxiliary support in developing internal compliance documentation and procedures
• Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via email and chat in Google Workspace

Qualifications

• Experience in sales tax compliance, tax advisory, accounting, or financial regulation
• Strong understanding of state and local sales tax frameworks
• Ability to translate tax regulations into clear operational guidance
• Strong attention to detail and compliance-oriented mindset
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and ethical standards

Benefits

Opportunity to advise a growing mission-driven organization on financial compliance
Collaboration with finance, legal, and operations leadership
Professional references and letters of recommendation
Meaningful role strengthening responsible financial governance

Pay

Volunteer advisory role

Schedule

Approximately 3–5 hours per week
Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration