Senior Indirect Tax Accountant
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Job Location:
Grapevine, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At GameStop we are committed to providing exceptional service and delivering the latest and greatest in gaming products to our customers. As a leading global retailer of video games electronics and gaming merchandise we take pride in offering a wide range of products that cater to the needs and desires of gamers worldwide. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our customers by constantly pushing the boundaries of whats possible. Whether youre a hardcore gamer or just starting out weve got something for everyone. Join us in our mission to shape the future of gaming and bring the best gaming products to the world!
The Senior Indirect Tax Accountant supports and leads indirect tax compliance audit defense research consulting and strategic initiatives across the organization. This position has increased ownership and independence compared to a Staff-level role and is responsible for managing assigned indirect tax areas including sales and use tax gross receipts real and personal property taxes business licenses business incentives and other miscellaneous taxes and fees.
This position sits onsite 5 days a week in Grapevine TX.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day indirect tax compliance for assigned jurisdictions and tax types including coordination with outsourced compliance providers.
- Prepare review and approve sales and use tax property tax & unclaimed property.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for routine jurisdictional audits including direct communication with auditors and coordination of information requests.
- Prepare and review correspondence relating to sales tax audits Canadian provincial audits appraisal districts unclaimed property notices and other indirect tax matters.
- Analyze sales tax reserves including interest and penalties at least quarterly and update supporting documentation as needed.
- Reconcile tax payments and accruals to ensure accuracy and proper allocation to internal accounts.
- Independently research analyze interpret and document indirect tax issues including taxability of digital products and services and marketplace facilitator rules.
- Lead tax system maintenance activities including jurisdiction setup product taxability use tax mappings tax matrices and exemption and resale certificate processes.
- Perform technical analyses to determine registration and filing requirements as the company expands into new states or jurisdictions.
- Identify opportunities to improve compliance audit readiness system functionality and overall department efficiency.
- Provide training guidance and informal mentorship to Staff-level tax accountants.
- Collaborate with internal partners across Finance IT Legal and Operations to ensure timely and accurate indirect tax compliance.
- Remain current on indirect tax law changes best practices and industry trends through continuing education and professional development.
Required Skills
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance or a related field.
- Four to six or more years of progressive indirect tax experience with a strong focus on sales and use tax.
- Experience managing multi-state indirect tax compliance in a complex business environment.
- Demonstrated ability to perform independent tax research and document technical positions.
- Experience leading or supporting sales and use tax audits.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of tasks through completion.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in data and documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with auditors management and cross-functional partners.
- Highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
Preferred Skills
- Public accounting experience.
- Experience in a large corporate or multi-entity tax environment.
- Working knowledge of indirect tax compliance software with Vertex strongly preferred.
- Experience reviewing indirect tax returns prepared by others.
- Prior experience training or mentoring Staff or Senior-level tax professionals.
- Exposure to property tax compliance.
Full-time store positions at GameStop are also eligible to participate in incentive programs health benefits paid time off 401 (k) employee discount and a casual work environment. Positions at GameStop may also be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentives.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Tax Experience
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- SOX
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
About Company
Shop GameStop, the world's largest retail gaming and trade-in destination for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo games, systems, consoles & accessories. Shop a wide selection of gamer-centric apparel, collectibles & more.
