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Compensation: To $78K.
Job Overview – Sales Tax Accountant – 34173
Our client, a global organization and a leader in their industry, is seeking a Sales Tax Accountant to join its expanding tax department. This role will own multi-state sales and use tax compliance, support accurate reporting, and serve as a resource to both corporate and field operations. The position offers excellent visibility across departments, opportunities for professional development, and growth within a high-performing finance organization.
Job Responsibilities
Workplace Policy:
Seniority Level: Associate
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About Our Process
Job Overview – Sales Tax Accountant – 34173
Our client, a global organization and a leader in their industry, is seeking a Sales Tax Accountant to join its expanding tax department. This role will own multi-state sales and use tax compliance, support accurate reporting, and serve as a resource to both corporate and field operations. The position offers excellent visibility across departments, opportunities for professional development, and growth within a high-performing finance organization.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare and file multi-state sales and use tax returns supported by detailed financial data analysis
- Reconcile sales and use tax general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of balances and documentation
- Assist internal teams in resolving tax-related issues, variances, and compliance questions
- Manage sales tax registrations, renewals, and permit cancellations across various jurisdictions
- Maintain procedures, exemption certificates, and compliance documentation for accurate and efficient reporting
- Monitor state and local tax regulation changes to ensure continued compliance and proactive risk management
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Tax required
- CPA or CMI preferred or in active pursuit
- Multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience; background in foodservice or service-based industries a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP and tax tools such as Vertex or Alteryx preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage large volumes of electronic data
- Clear communication skills and ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Workplace Policy:
Seniority Level: Associate
LinkedIn Poster:
About Our Process
- We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
- Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
- Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $78,000