Senior Indirect Tax Specialist

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Indirect Tax Specialist to ensure accurate and timely compliance with indirect tax regulations.

This role involves preparing and filing indirect tax returns, conducting research, and collaborating effectively with colleagues and clients. Responsibilities include managing tax registrations, liaising with state revenue offices, maintaining accurate records, and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

• Come up with comprehensive tax reports, presentations, and supporting documentation that communicate complex ideas clearly and facilitate smooth collaboration between teams and clients.
• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax filings, including Sales & Use Tax, Gross Receipts Tax, Property Tax, Excise Tax, Franchise Tax, and State Annual Reports.
• Manage and facilitate the preparation, submission, and filing of required federal and local tax registrations, business license renewals, and regulatory fees, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and deadlines.
• Assist with tax audits by compiling information in response to inquiries from auditors, and other relevant documentation, to support the preparation of responses to tax audit inquiries.
• Compose clear and concise responses to client inquiries, fulfilling data requests and providing comprehensive information regarding indirect tax matters.
• Conduct thorough research on indirect tax issues, utilizing primary and secondary sources to provide well-supported guidance and recommendations to clients.
• Liaise with state revenue offices, conducting professional correspondence and obtaining necessary tax advice or confirmations to address inquiries and ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all indirect tax-related activities, including tax registrations, filings, audits, and other relevant records, ensuring proper data management and storage.
• Participate in other tax administrative filings such as preparation of annual state reports, business renewal, state registrations, property tax, and other administrative filings.
• Actively engage in team meetings and conference calls with internal teams and clients, contributing to discussions and providing support where necessary.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of management, including senior associates, supervisors, and managers building strong relationships and maintaining open and transparent communication channels.
• Stay updated on tax laws, industry trends, and best practices to ensure compliance, enhance accuracy, and recommend process improvements that align with organizational goals and drive operational excellence.

• A Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Management Accounting, Finance, and other related fields.
• At least 1 to 2 years of related work experience in US indirect tax, including Sales Tax, Use Tax, and other relevant state and local taxes.
• In-depth knowledge of US indirect tax compliance laws, regulations, and best practices, including Sales Tax, Use Tax, Excise Tax, and other relevant federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Experience with tax preparation software that demonstrates the ability to efficiently and accurately prepare tax returns, identify potential errors, and ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and quality in all work performed, consistently meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results that exceed client expectations.
• Strong critical thinking and evaluation skills to effectively collect and analyze data from various sources, including financial statements, operational reports, and industry data.
• The ability to build strong client relationships by providing clear tax advice, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of tax returns, and addressing client needs efficiently.
• Solid work ethic, professionalism, and a proactive attitude, with a genuine eagerness to learn and grow in U.S. taxation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite Applications to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.

• Relevant professional certifications, such as CPA, CIA, CMA, CISA, or Enrolled Agent (EA), demonstrating a commitment to professional development and expertise in taxation.