Associate Accountant - Sales Tax

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sales Tax Associate Accountant is responsible for prepping and filing tax returns for several jurisdictions and assisting with the overall indirect tax compliance and training. This position works closely with the stores to answer invoicing and exemption questions and will act as a subject matter expert for department and company initiatives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Collects, verifies, archives and retrieves sales tax exemption documentation. Reviews exemption documentation for accuracy and follows up with stores to improve compliance. Prepare sales and use tax returns for multiple tax jurisdictions. Build tax reports by jurisdiction to prepare, file and pay taxes due. Work with system generated reports to determine if the correct amount of tax was charged to our customers. Review use tax reporting and reconcile sales tax general ledger accounts. Assist tire center personnel with questions on sales tax exemptions, use tax reporting, invoice corrections and other general tax inquiries. Provide applicable sales and use tax training. General record keeping and retrieval. Maintain tax related training documents, performs tax research, and supports audits conducted by various taxing jurisdictions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field, tax experience preferred but is not necessary. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred Advanced PC skills such as Google suite, with an emphasis on Excel. Other desirable system knowledge includes NetSuite, Customer First, OneSource, Vertex, or working knowledge of similar tax determination engines, general ledger and ERP systems Ability to communicate clearly and professionally (both verbally and in writing) while ensuring that the quality and content of the message are relevant to the circumstances; ability to be an active-listener; the ability to draft, proofread, and send written communications effectively; the ability and willingness to carefully listen to others by asking appropriate questions and avoiding interruptions Strong attention to detail Analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to establish and maintain rapport, interact comfortably, and work well with co-workers and others outside the Company. This includes cooperating, being supportive of others, willingly helping others, considering others' ideas and opinions, sharing information, giving proper credit, and fulfilling team responsibilities Excellent phone and people skills to support inquiries Ability to manage work assignments through prioritization, paying attention to detail, and optimal time management

BENEFITS

Quarterly profit-sharing bonus Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Company-funded retirement plan - no cost to employee Paid holidays Paid time off Hybrid arrangements available (work 1-2 days/week from home) Tuition Assistance Employee discount Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions/primary responsibilities. This job description is not all inclusive and is subject to change. Additional duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned, as necessary. Employment remains "AT WILL" at all times. Our founder, Les Schwab, built his business from one store to hundreds of locations across the western states, a massive supply chain hub, and a state-of-the-art headquarters, making Les Schwab one of the largest independent tire businesses in the United States. Les believed in treating customers like family. Although he passed away in 2007, his vision remains at the core of the company's culture: give people more for their money, reward employees for their expertise and hard work, earn people's trust, and everyone benefits. Today, the 8,000+ employees of Les Schwab Tire Centers are proud to carry on this legacy. Our unparalleled profit-sharing and benefits package is designed to reward you now and into your future. Competitive compensation Profit sharing bonus Retirement plan funded by Les Schwab Company paid training Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Vacation & holiday pay Life Insurance Short & long-term disability Les Schwab is an equal-opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete this application, please contact the manager at the location where you are applying.