Sales & Use Tax Accountant
We are looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Sales & Use Tax Accountant to join our clients team in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with multi-jurisdictional tax laws while supporting the organization through accurate reporting and audit readiness. If you have a strong background in tax compliance and accounting, coupled with an analytical mindset, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities :
- Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across various jurisdictions.
- Ensure compliance with tax deadlines and reporting requirements to maintain organizational accountability.
- Conduct research on state and local sales and use tax laws, monitoring updates to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Perform nexus studies to evaluate tax obligations in multiple jurisdictions.
- Reconcile sales and use tax accounts with the general ledger to ensure financial accuracy.
- Review monthly reporting data to identify discrepancies and mitigate audit risks.
- Assist with documentation and responses related to tax audit inquiries.
- Develop and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of tax workflows and reporting.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as accounts receivable and operations to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions.
- Act as a subject matter expert by providing guidance on sales and use tax compliance to various departments.
Requirements :
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales and use tax compliance or general accounting.Proficiency in accounting systems such as Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.Familiarity with tax compliance software such as Avalara, Vertex, or Sovos is highly preferred.Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.Strong understanding of sales and use tax laws, particularly in multi-jurisdictional contexts.Experience with audits and responding to inquiries from tax authorities.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex tax scenarios effectively.