S&U Tax Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented S&U Tax Accountant to join a retail organization in Hartland, Wisconsin on a Contract basis. This onsite role centers on multi-state sales and use tax compliance while also contributing to broader accounting activities, insurance-related support, and workplace safety initiatives. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with accounting and operations partners in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, organization, and sound judgment are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit sales and use tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate compliance.
• Maintain exemption certificates and organize supporting records needed for tax documentation and reporting.
• Assist with audit preparation by gathering requested materials, responding to inquiries, and helping address compliance issues.
• Research state and local tax rules to identify changes that may affect filing requirements or business practices.
• Collaborate with accounting and operational teams to resolve tax questions and support day-to-day compliance needs.
• Contribute to insurance administration tasks, including reporting support and related documentation management.
• Take part in Safety Committee activities and help support programs that promote a safe working environment.
• Use Excel to analyze data, perform reconciliations, and improve the accuracy of tax reporting processes.
• Support general accounting work such as journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations as needed.
• At least 3 years of experience in indirect tax, with a strong focus on sales and use tax compliance.
• Hands-on experience preparing multi-state sales and use tax returns in a business environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including lookup functions, pivot tables, data review, and reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of Avalara is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with general ledger activity, journal entries, and bank or account reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams in an onsite setting.