Senior Tax Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Prepare and assist with compliance related to sales and use taxes across multiple states, including data compilation, preparation of returns, and reconciliations.

• Conduct research and analyze the sales and use tax implications of transactions by reviewing contracts, invoices, and other relevant documentation.

• Support the accrual of use tax and identify potential areas of exposure.

• Aid in the management of exemption certificates and compliance documentation.

• Assist with compliance for international, federal, and state income taxes, including data collection and initiation of payments.

• Provide support for non-income-related tax filings.

• Help respond to tax notices and requests for information.

• Contribute to nexus analysis, state registrations, and associated compliance requirements.

• Stay updated on federal, state, and local tax law changes, emphasizing SALT developments.

• Maintain tax work papers and supporting documents, ensuring that records are thorough, organized, and ready for audit.

• Assist in enhancing tax processes, controls, and documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Basic understanding of state and local tax (SALT) principles, particularly sales and use tax.

• Proficient in conducting tax research utilizing online resources and tax research platforms.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage large datasets.

• Excellent organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and capacity to meet multiple deadlines.

• Capability to work independently and efficiently in a remote setting.

• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external advisors.

• Experience with tax compliance software such as Avalara or Vertex is required; advanced proficiency is preferred.

• Familiarity with Vantagepoint is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• CPA license is highly preferred.

• 3-5 years of relevant tax experience, particularly in sales and use tax.

• Background in the service industry is preferred.

• Prior experience in public accounting is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP with HSA option).

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).

• Dental and vision plans.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouses/domestic partners and dependent children up to age 26.

• 401k plan with company match and a self-directed brokerage account option.

• Paid time off, including additional paid leave during the last week of the year.

• Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

• Short and long-term disability coverage, along with AD&D coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development, tuition reimbursement, and assistance with professional licensing.

• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.