What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Staff Accountant (Sales & Use Tax Focus) position at Maine Oxy?
We are seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Corporate Accountant to support our finance team, with a primary focus on sales tax compliance and personal property tax reporting for multiple jurisdictions. This role requires a detail-oriented and organized professional who can manage deadlines effectively while maintaining accuracy. The position will also provide support for general accounting functions as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, file, and remit sales and use tax returns in a timely and accurate manner
- Research and stay current on changes to state and local tax regulations that may impact filings
- Reconcile tax-related accounts and investigate discrepancies
- Provide updated resale and exemption certificates as requested
- Manage personal property tax reporting, including data collection, analysis, and filings
- Track filing deadlines and compliance calendars to ensure all obligations are met on time
- Communicate with state and local tax authorities as needed to resolve notices or discrepancies
- Maintain organized records and documentation for all filings and payments
- Manage and complete business license applications and annual renewals across multiple jurisdictions when needed
- Assist with audits, inquiries, or compliance reviews related to sales tax, business registrations, and corporate income tax.
- Assist with general accounting tasks and special projects based on business needs and available time
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
- Proven experience with sales tax and/or personal property tax reporting strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis) required
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and taxation
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills and ability to work independently