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Sales and Use Tax Accountant

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Robert Half

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Location:
United States, Fort Worth

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Category:
Finance

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

Not provided

Job Description:

We are actively seeking a Sales and Use Tax Accountant to join our client’s dynamic team in the industrial distribution industry. This role is based in Fort Worth, Texas. The Sales and Use Tax Accountant will be responsible for overseeing, reconciling, and maintaining accurate sales and use tax records in compliance with state and local regulations.

Job Responsibility:

  • Oversee and ensure the accurate calculation, collection, and reporting of sales and use taxes in multiple states and jurisdictions
  • File and remit timely sales and use tax returns (monthly, quarterly, and annually)
  • Serve as the point of contact during state and local sales tax audits, including data collection and detail oriented communication
  • Manage the sales tax certification process for proper application to customer sales transactions
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sales tax laws, rates, and compliance standards
  • update internal processes accordingly
  • Handle inquiries regarding the application of sales and use tax and provide accurate resolutions
  • Support accounting and finance departments with journal entries and other tax-related tasks
  • Monitor and utilize tax compliance software to ensure systems reflect current tax rates and regulations
  • Contribute to broader accounting and finance projects as necessary

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in sales tax compliance, preferably within the industrial distribution or manufacturing sectors
  • Strong integrity and attention to detail
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills, with a commitment to task accuracy and pride in one’s work
  • Highly self-motivated
  • demonstrates initiative in problem-solving and completing projects
  • Ability to analyze documents for errors and collaborate to implement resolutions
  • Customer-focused approach, with internal and external service capabilities
  • Education: High school diploma (or equivalent) required
  • a college degree is preferred
  • Experience: 5+ years of sales and use tax compliance experience in a multi-state environment
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • experience with accounting software

Nice to have:

Familiarity with Avalara or similar tax compliance software

What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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