Tax Specialist

About the role

The Tax Specialist is responsible for the organization's tax functions. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, have Viewpoint software experience and have knowledge of sales/use tax process and the ability to effectively research as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate Degree in Accounting
• Experience: 2 to 4 years of finance and tax experience, specifically in sales/use tax
• Travel: 5-10%
• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Friday. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs research on sales & use tax laws and compliance utilizing state & local websites and research tools.
• Maintains accurate tax information on initial job startups and makes updates as tax changes arise.
• Processes new project startups and maintains project master data.
• Assists with the preparation of sales/use tax returns.
• Assists with sales/uses tax audits, if applicable.
• Assists with preparing monthly reconciliations of sales/use tax general ledger accounts.
• Prepares tax exempt certificates.
• Responsible for business license registration.
• Prepares annual state filings.
• Obtains tax exemption certificates from customers and maintain exemption certificate listing.
• Handles customers questions regarding sales and use taxes.
• Maintains no tax vendors list and performs self-assessment of taxes on a quarterly basis.
• Creates and maintains tax filing spreadsheets for various states.
• Amends state tax returns as needed.
• Maintains HQ tax code listing with updates and additions as needed.
• Creates posting of sales tax due to the appropriate states on Excellerate transactions.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards.
• Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
• Continuous process improvement of current duties.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Opportunities for Growth

If you're energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what's possible for your future. Once you're a team member, you're supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You're officially in the driver's seat of your career, and FTI's career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.