Tax Accountant

Job Summary

Works under the Manager of Accounts Payable & Tax Compliance, with primary functions including the preparation of sales and use tax returns in multiple states, filing and payment of personal property tax returns, payment of real estate taxes, and payment of occupational taxes.

Essential Functions

• Prepares monthly sales & use tax returns for filing in multiple states.
  
• Defines and researches tax laws as well as documents taxing issues and problems. Troubleshoots individual issues for branches when needed, requiring initiative, independent decision making and comprehensive knowledge of sales and use tax principles.
  
• Analyzes A/P invoices for proper taxes determining which require taxes to be self-assessed.
  
• Prepares annual personal property tax returns for all branch locations and job sites.
  
• Prepares payments of personal property and real estate taxes, as well as duties related to business and occupational taxes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  
• Ability to learn and use Vertex Sales Tax software
  
• Ability to meet deadlines
  
• Detail oriented

Education and Expereince

• 2 year degree in Accounting, 4 year degree preferred
  
• At least 1 year experience of sales and use tax return preparation for multiple states