Sales and Use Tax Analyst

We are seeking a Sales Tax Analyst with experience in the construction industry to support compliance reporting and audit functions across multi-state operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of indirect taxes including sales and use tax and the ability to collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance at the project level.

General Accountabilities

• Maintain accurate records and prepare timely reports for management.
• Represent the organization in a professional manner to maximize client satisfaction.
• Collaborate across departments to address sales tax-related inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies safety standards and procedures.
• Provide support for multiple branches across time zones when needed.

Specific Accountabilities

• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual sales and use tax filings.
• Complete assigned sales tax compliance tasks and reconciliations.
• Manage W-9 and exemption certificate requests including maintaining exemption files.
• Research and interpret state and local sales/use tax laws for proper application to materials services and project costs.
• Load new exemptions into accounting systems and ensure accurate classification.
• Support tax audits including providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Assist with accounts receivable invoicing and other accounting functions as needed.
• Document workflows and procedures to support consistency and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting Finance or related field (or 5 years relevant experience).
• Minimum 2 years of sales tax experience.
• Intermediate Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Familiarity with personal property tax compliance.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or Business Administration.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 and Vertex.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and tax compliance.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight.
• Professional team-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills confidentiality and judgment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate of $32/hr - $45/hr depending on experience.
• Medical dental and vision insurance.
• Company-provided basic life insurance AD&D and short-term disability.
• Voluntary coverage options including long-term disability accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance.
• HSA and FSA accounts.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off sick leave and 7 paid holidays.