Tax Accountant (Remote)

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Manager of Tax and Treasury, the Tax Accountant (Indirect) will work with internal teams, tax authorities and external accounting firms, to ensure complete, accurate and timely tax calculations and filings of indirect tax returns. This position will conduct thorough research and keep up to date with latest tax regulation updates to ensure compliance with required tax provisions and minimize liability during tax audits.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure accurate tax coding and exemption treatment for transactions in compliance with state and local regulations and provide timely support to sales teams.
• Review and update customer exemption certificates per state requirements.
• Process customer refund requests.
• Analyze purchase invoices for taxability and prepare use tax accruals.
• Maintain Avalara setups for accurate sales tax returns and remittances.
• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual estimated income tax payments.
• Address and resolve tax notices from authorities.
• Maintain and enhance the tax compliance calendar and login records.
• Aid with entity registrations, including opening and closing state accounts.
• Prepare return packages for corporate and partnership filings.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, and tax depreciation.
• Provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve asset management processes.
• Prepare workpapers and timely renditions for Business Personal Property tax.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Accounting or Finance Field required.
• A minimum of 2 years of in-house corporate tax accounting experience in sales tax, property tax and multi-state audits.
• Strong project management stills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and excellent time management skills.
• Ability to research tax rules for products and services.
• Ability to deliver on deadline driven projects and manage multiple work streams.
• Ability to work with team members in different locations and time zones.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels within the organization.
• Outstanding analytical skills and a proven ability to connect data analysis with business issues and decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and experience working in Avalara and ERP systems.
• NetSuite experience a plus.
• Good understanding of Information Technologies is a plus.