Tax Analyst

Top Stack is working with a local company to find a new sales tax analyst for their team. The hiring manager is consistently praised for their management style and their flexibility with working hours (i.e. 8-5, 9-6, etc.) as long as the work gets done. The company is also extremely stable and has been thriving for over 85 years

Job Summary:

The Sales Tax Analyst is responsible for ensuring compliance with sales tax regulations and managing sales tax-related activities for the company. This role involves preparing and filing sales tax returns, maintaining accurate records, analyzing tax data, and assisting with audits and tax planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Tax Compliance: Prepare and file accurate sales tax returns for various jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales transactions and tax data to ensure proper sales tax treatment and identify any discrepancies or areas for improvement.
• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales tax transactions, exemptions, and credits.
• Audits: Assist with sales tax audits by gathering necessary documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and implementing audit recommendations.
• Research: Stay current with changes in sales tax laws and regulations, and provide recommendations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Reporting: Prepare reports related to sales tax liabilities, credits, and exemptions, and present findings to management.
• Systems Management: Support the maintenance and enhancement of sales tax software and systems, ensuring they are properly configured for compliance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Legal, to resolve sales tax issues and ensure accurate tax treatment of transactions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in sales tax processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in sales tax or a related field. Experience with sales tax compliance and reporting is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of sales tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.