What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Specialist - Tax Compliance position at Association Careers?
About the Role:
You will prepare tax filings for the Association's US-based entities, navigating government forms and websites. Complete monthly US sales tax activities and help maintain tax settings within the systems. Complete monthly journal entries and reconciliations. You will report to the Director - Tax & Compliance. This is a hybrid role remote/in office.
You Will:
- Prepare and file property tax returns
- Assist with the preparation and filing of employee benefit plan (Form 5500's)
- Coordinate Form 990 and 990-T filings, preparing thorough transaction documentation for the external CPA firm preparing the returns
- Request and maintain Certificates of Residence from the IRS
- Complete annual report filings
- Partner with outside vendor in monitoring and tracking charitable registrations
- Prepare and complete monthly uploads of sales tax reports to Vertex within the required deadlines
- Complete taxability product setups in Vertex, partnering with internal and external partners
- Support global tax projects and finance transformation programs
- Research and understand applicable tax issues, documenting conclusions and participating in discussions with advisors when needed
- Manage tax audits and notices, ensuring timely responses
- Complete monthly journal entries and reconciliations as assigned
You Have:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years relevant experience
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The Annual Salary Range for this role is: $70,000 - $90,000
Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact the recruiter listed on this posting.
If you're interested in this role, please apply before 28 February 2026
While this role can work remotely in the US, please note that we are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000