Sales Tax Accountant

Sales Tax Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sales Tax Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role is a contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to utilize your expertise in sales tax compliance and reporting. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate preparation and submission of state sales tax returns while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review state sales tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies or errors in tax reporting.
• Maintain detailed records of tax filings and transactions for audit purposes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary documentation and data for tax filings.
• Research and apply updates to tax laws and regulations that may impact filings.
• Address inquiries from state agencies regarding sales tax matters.
• Assist in streamlining processes to improve efficiency in tax return preparation.
• Monitor deadlines to ensure timely submission of all sales tax returns.
• Provide support during tax audits by organizing and presenting relevant documentation.
• Communicate with external stakeholders to resolve any tax-related issues.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in preparing state sales tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of sales tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in analyzing financial data and identifying discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in tax filings.
• Strong communication skills to address inquiries and resolve tax issues.
• Familiarity with tax software or tools used in sales tax reporting.