Tax Specialist - Direct Tax & VAT

Date posted: October 14, 2026

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Job description:

Tax Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Tax Specialist for a direct-hire opportunity with an established organization in Overland, Missouri. This role is ideal for a tax professional with hands-on experience in direct tax and VAT who is looking to expand their experience across domestic and international tax compliance.

This is a fully in-office position with no hybrid or remote schedule.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, review and file federal, state and local tax returns and related schedules
• Prepare indirect tax filings, including Sales & Use Tax, VAT, GST, property tax and other transaction-based taxes
• Prepare and review VAT returns for international operations
• Monitor VAT registrations and compliance requirements across multiple countries
• Review sales, purchases, imports, exports and intercompany transactions for VAT implications
• Reconcile tax accounts and related general ledger balances
• Prepare tax accruals and tax-related journal entries
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end tax reporting
• Assist with federal, state, local and international tax audits and examinations
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries
• Research changes in VAT legislation and other tax requirements
• Support improvements to tax processes, controls, software and reporting systems HR-STD-2026-005-__-__- Job Desc... HR-STD-2026-005-__-__- Job Desc...

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field
• 3–7 years of tax, accounting or finance experience
• Direct tax experience
• VAT experience
• Experience with indirect taxes such as VAT, GST and/or Sales & Use Tax
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local tax requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax compliance software
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics or similar systems
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines HR-STD-2026-005-__-__- Job Desc...

Preferred Experience

• Multi-state and international tax compliance
• Public accounting
• Manufacturing, distribution, construction or multinational organization experience
• CPA preferred, but not required
• EA, CTA or other international tax certification is a plus HR-STD-2026-005-__-__- Job Desc...

Compensation & Growth

$80,000–$85,000 per year, based on experience.

The organization has also identified a career path from Tax Specialist to Senior Tax Specialist and ultimately Tax Manager. HR-STD-2026-005-__-__- Job Desc...

If you have hands-on VAT experience along with a strong tax background, we would like to hear from you. Apply today for confidential consideration through Snelling Talent Partners.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Join a team that values hard work, professional growth, and employee success. Our clients are established organizations that invest in their people, provide opportunities for advancement, and foster collaborative work environments.