Senior Sales Tax Accountant
Job Summary : The Senior Sales Tax Accountant is primarily responsible for timely and accurate compliance with multi-state and local tax laws while providing excellent internal customer service to our field and corporate operations.
This position will also involve high-volume preparation of state and local sales and use tax returns monthly, as well as reconciliations of sales and use tax general ledger accounts.
Company Summary : Our global Fortune 500 client, with U.S. headquarters in Charlotte, NC, is a leader in its field with a strong presence across the nation.
Celebrating almost 30 years in North America, this employee-focused company has received honors for diversity and inclusion, innovation, health and wellness, and company culture.
CRG has successfully placed over 220 employees within the last 7 years within this organization, known for its continuous growth opportunities, fantastic benefits package, innovative technology, flexible work environment, and collaborative culture.
Location : Charlotte, NC - SW Charlotte (not far from South End or the Airport)
HYBRID Schedule : REMOTE 2 days and Onsite 3 days
Company Benefits & Perks :
- 33.5 PTO Days : 4 weeks of Vacation / Sick Days + 12 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Half Days
- Gyms Onsite & a Medical Clinic Onsite
- Affordable Dental, Vision, & Health Insurance, as well as Pet Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
- 100% Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
- 401K : 50% potential company match on the $1 up to 6%
- FREE Discount Program, Wellness Rewards, Lifestyle Health Coaching, & Employee Assistance Program Responsibilities :
- Prepare data and workpapers in order to file 100+ state and local sales and use tax returns monthly
- Maintain and update sales tax return worksheets and procedures
- Research and resolve general ledger account variances with internal customers
- Reconcile sales and use tax general ledger accounts on a monthly basis
- Respond to sales tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictions
- Register, renew and cancel state, county, city and local sales tax permits
- Develop and maintain sales tax knowledge relating to laws and regulations in assigned states
- Identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities
- Assist with special projects as assigned Qualifications :
- 4-year degree in Accounting or Tax required
- CPA or CMI certification preferred, or CPA / CMI candidate preferred
- 2 to 5+ years of multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience required
- Experience working in sales tax at a public accounting firm or large corporation
- Proficient with Excel, SAP, and sales tax compliance software preferred
- detail-oriented, and team player with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to adjust to shifting priorities Category Code : JN001, JN005