Sr. Tax Analyst

Boscov's Senior Tax AnalystExperienced Tax Professionals - bring your expertise to work for you where people love to shop Boscov's is a chain of full service department stores serving the total family needs of our customers. For over 100 years, Boscov's has been known for its great values and famous brands, and for offering a broad selection of quality merchandise in its stores and online. We are looking for a Senior Tax Analyst to join our teamThe Senior Tax Analyst will manage the day-to-day indirect tax function, ensuring accurate and timely compliance with all federal, state, and local tax requirements. This role requires strong technical expertise in sales and use tax, property tax, and other indirect taxes, along with the ability to collaborate across business units and contribute to process improvements.Job Responsibilities:Tax Compliance and FilingManage the overall day-to-day indirect tax function ensuring all returns are accurately and timely completedReview state and local indirect tax filings including sales and use, property tax, Mercantile/BPT, Gross Receipts, OH CAT, and other applicable taxesReview Act 43 return filings and quarterly reconciliationsMaintain the tax calendar for all tax filings to ensure timely complianceReview all real estate bills and invoices, confirming accuracy and timeliness of paymentManage the escheat process including reviewing prepared returns and maintaining company escheat policies and proceduresSystem Management and AnalysisMonitor tax rate tables, tax flags, and class code mappings within the system to ensure proper tax determinationsPerform periodic validation testing of tax systemsReview monthly account reconciliation for sales tax payable accountMaintain monthly real estate and miscellaneous tax accruals, including posting entries and investigating variancesReview fixed assets to ensure accuracy in lives, methods, and depreciationCollaboration and SupportRespond to sales tax inquiries raised by external customers, internal stakeholders, and taxing jurisdictionsCollaborate with business units to ensure proper application of tax on customer and vendor purchasesAssist with income tax provision and return calculations and compliance, including preparation of allocation and apportionmentAssist in developing and implementing policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls within the tax functionAssist in audits, including preparing supporting documentation and researching audit issuesProcess ImprovementDevelop detailed understanding of current indirect tax processes to identify opportunities for improvementContribute to departmental process improvement and automation initiativesResearch and stay current on changes to tax lawsSupport the tax team on other projects, audits, and compliance needs as requiredQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field5+ years of indirect tax work experienceSolid knowledge of sales tax rules and regulationsProficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and OutlookStrong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and high attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate tax issues in a clear and concise mannerStrong organizational, time management, planning, and prioritization skillsAbility to work independently and take ownership of key deliverablesCustomer-focused approach with ability to build positive relationshipsPreferred QualificationsExperience with tax automation software and ERP systemsKnowledge of multistate tax compliance requirementsExperience with escheat compliance and unclaimed property reportingFamiliarity with tax research tools and resourcesExperience in the retail industryBenefitsAt Boscov's, we value our employees, and that's why we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. As a Full-Time member of our team, you will be eligible to receive:Comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/visionShort term disability/ Long term disability - voluntaryLife Insurance (company paid)401(k) w/ company matchWeekly PayPaid vacationLiberal employee discountWork where people love to shopEqual Opportunity Employer#INDCORP