Sr. Sales & Use Tax Audits Accountant

Job Responsibilities

• Congduct multi-state audit defense for Sales & Use, Severance, Business Licenses, and Fuel Taxes.
• Resolve tax issues with external customers in a timely manner.
• Respond to internal customer and vendor inquiries regarding state and local tax matters.
• Prepare reconciliations for related Sales and Use tax accounts.
• Complete research projects on multi-state Sales & Use taxes.
• Aid business operations with implementation of processes to mitigate tax liabilities.
• Assist with due diligence analysis for multi-state and local taxes in the context of mergers and acquisitions.
• Support SAP and Vertex tax software implementation to ensure accurate taxation.
• Draft technical correspondence to state officials to clarify interpretations of tax laws.
• Apply for, obtain, and implement special exemptions as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency in tax processes.
• Develop, author, plan, and deliver training for internal customers.
• Perform necessary tasks to support compliance goals related to Sales & Use Tax Laws.
• Undertake additional duties as required to ensure ongoing compliance with S&U Tax Laws.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in multi-state sales & use tax audit defense
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Master's Degree and/or CPA is a plus