Tax Accountant

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and ready to grow your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Werner Enterprises is looking for a motivated Tax Accountant to join our high-performing tax team. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and reviewing key tax filings across multiple jurisdictions—supporting everything from sales and use taxes to income, franchise, and fuel tax reporting. Prepare and/or review returns and reports for sales and use tax, personal property tax, and income/franchise tax.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of sales and use tax filings, and research related to taxability of purchases and sales in various jurisdictions. Preparation of refund claims.

• Analysis of driver miles and fuel. Preparation of state fuel tax refund claims.

• Preparation and/or review of personal property tax returns. Analysis of information needed for the preparation of these filings.

• Compilation and analysis of information for the preparation of income and franchise tax returns.

• Preparation of state and local income and franchise tax estimates and returns.

• Provide assistance with tax audits.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, or equivalent experience.

• One to two years of tax preparation or accounting experience preferred.

• Transportation experience a plus.

• One to two years of sales and use tax experience a plus.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Good organizational and self-review skills.

• High degree of accuracy.

• Personal computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles.

• Knowledge of tax preparation and accounting systems (may be gained through on the job training).

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.

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