Senior Tax Analyst, Indirect Tax

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual fuel excise and environmental tax returns in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile tax liability accounts using Blackline.
• Maintain databases and documentation for tax exemptions, rates, and rules.
• Conduct tax research to ensure compliance with state and local filing requirements.
• Use Avalara and AKORE software for jurisdictional reporting.
• Research and maintain detailed communication regarding tax notices received.
• Address motor vehicle tax inquiries by researching and interpreting state communications.
• Ensure compliance requirements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support audit activities by conducting research and assisting in the resolution of state and local indirect motor fuel tax issues.
• Research and resolve tax-related disputes involving customers and suppliers.
• Mentor entry-level accountants in tax law research and application.
• Support process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from a four-year college or university.
• Five or more years of experience in filing US fuel excise tax returns.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with internal customers and external taxing authorities.
• Ability to interpret motor fuel tax law, explain, and document scenarios to tax jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of Oracle, PDI, or OTS ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including lookups, pivots, and formulas.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Able to meet filing deadlines and complete assignments efficiently.
• Adaptability to a growing and changing business environment.