Senior Tax Accountant

Brief Description

The Senior Tax Accountant is a key role on the BluSky Tax team that primarily supports the indirect tax compliance function and, the direct tax compliance function. This role is responsible for preparing various transaction tax returns that are filed in state and local tax jurisdictions. Responsibilities also include researching, consulting, and planning activities for the multi-state and multi-office environment.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and review sales and use tax returns for state and local jurisdictions.
• Support sales and use tax audits.
• Respond to correspondence and inquiries from tax authorities and resolve outstanding tax issues.
• Participates in the development, planning and execution of sales tax compliance strategies.
• Manage and maintain sales and use tax registrations and certificates.
• Oversee the property tax compliance function for state and local jurisdictions. Review and address property tax assessments.
• Work closely with the Licensing and Risk teams to ensure companywide reporting accuracy.
• Ensure tax compliance using BluSky's ERP system, tax research software and other technology systems.
• Collaborate with the Accounting Department and other Departments on tax matters as required.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned, including support of the federal and state income tax functions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably at least two in a public accounting firm, or at least 2+ years working in a large organization with operations in multiple states. (Preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in indirect tax compliance. (Preferred)
• Ability to analyze, manipulate and organize large datasets in Excel.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in all other Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business operations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet strict deadlines on multiple initiatives.
• A 40-hour work week generally applies, however additional hours might be required to meet monthly, quarterly and annual tax deadlines.
• Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
• Must be very detailed oriented, self-motivated and a team player.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to a thorough self-review of all work products.
• Solid interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no direct reports.

Education

BS degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Work Environment and Physical Job Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is required to regularly move and walk around the office.

Travel

Occasional travel. (Less than 10% of time.) Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected for training or meetings.

Compensation

BluSky offers a competitive base salary, a bonus plan for qualified positions, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: a matching 401(k) plan, health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, disability, equipment appropriate to the position (i.e.: laptop, smart phone, etc.), and corporate apparel allowance.

BluSky also offers extended benefits such as: Employee Assistance Program, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, LegalShield, Professional Development, Paid Referral Program and more.

EEOC

BluSky is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. BluSky prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 or over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State, or local law. It is and will continue to be the policy of BluSky that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity based on their individual qualifications, performance, and potential without regard for any protected status, as required by state and federal law.

Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.