Senior Accountant Sales Tax

Senior Accountant Sales Tax

We are seeking a Senior Accountant with expertise in Sales & Use Tax to support a growing organization with multi-state operations. This role is highly focused on state and local tax compliance while also contributing to broader accounting functions financial reporting and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of sales and use tax compliance including preparation review and filing of returns across multiple state and local jurisdictions
• Monitor and interpret state and local tax regulations ensuring compliance and proactively identifying risks or opportunities
• Manage sales tax audits and inquiries including documentation reconciliations and resolution of notices
• Maintain accurate tax account reconciliations and ensure proper application of tax rules to transactions
• Oversee indirect tax processes ensuring accurate billing invoicing and tax treatment of sales
• Support month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes including general ledger entries and financial reporting
• Assist with accounts receivable cash applications and collections as needed
• Support payroll processing and ensure compliance with applicable tax reporting requirements
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and tax processes controls and efficiencies

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field required
• 810 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong emphasis on sales and use tax
• In-depth knowledge of multi-state tax regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience managing audits from state and local taxing authorities
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment