Tax Associate

Job ID#: 40244

The Tax Associate is responsible for supporting a wide range of tax functions, including compliance, audits, planning, and reporting across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. This role serves as a key liaison with external tax consultants and internal stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and optimization of the company’s tax position.

This position reports to the CFO and operates in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review and assist in the preparation of federal and state income tax filings, coordinating with internal accounting teams as needed

• Oversee and manage property tax processes, including evaluations, protests, and ensuring timely payments without penalties

• Manage and coordinate state and local sales and use tax audits

• Research federal, state, and local tax issues related to ongoing operations, audit matters, and acquisition activity

• Monitor changes in tax legislation, assess impact, and communicate findings to leadership

• Develop and deliver internal training on sales, use, and excise taxes

• Maintain and ensure accuracy of data within tax software systems (e.g., Avalara)

• Lead transaction tax-related special projects and initiatives

• Develop and maintain internal controls and documentation for tax processes

• Identify tax savings opportunities and assist with implementation across business units

• Collect, track, and maintain exemption certificates and supporting documentation

• Manage business registrations with appropriate taxing authorities, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements

• Respond to notices and inquiries from federal, state, and local taxing authorities

• Partner with Human Resources to monitor payroll tax compliance

• Perform monthly tax account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of tax-related balances

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in tax (income, sales/use, property, and transaction tax)

• Strong knowledge of transaction tax concepts, practices, and procedures

• Proven ability to manage high volumes of work and multiple stakeholders effectively

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a solution-oriented mindset

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

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