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Accountant, Sales Tax
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A Tax Accountant organizes tax-related information and prepares tax returns. May work for individual or business clients, or work for a large corporation. Monitors tax regulations and advises on tax issues that affect business. May assist with preparation for a tax audit. May specialize in complex topics related to corporate taxes or trusts and estates.
$75,838 / year median in Tennessee
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Accountant, Sales Tax Pilot Company - 3.1 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing. Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Military encouraged to apply. Job Description The purpose of this job is to prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns. File state and local sales tax returns Generate supporting reports Provide internal customer service related to W-9 and exemption certificate completion as well as contract and invoice review Assist with sales tax audit Model behaviors that support the company's common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Complete other duties as assigned Qualifications We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. To be considered you must have the legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship Bachelor's degree required Minimum one year sales and use tax return preparation experience preferred Specialized Knowledge Intermediate Microsoft Office skills Basic accounting experience preferred Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred Competencies Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills Strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to set priorities, multitask, meet deadlines, and resolve problems with a high sense of urgency Additional Information Travel Travel required less than 5% Physical Requirements & Working Conditions General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time Lift up to 20 pounds