Overview:
This position is located in Houston, TX 77007. The Senior Tax Accountant's primary role is to fulfill state and local sales, use and transaction tax function of a multi-state industrial equipment manufacturer, supplier and service provider.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly sales and use tax returns and check requests using Vertex S & U Tax Returns software.
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Assist in handling state and local sales and use tax audits.
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Organize and maintain exemption documentation using Vertex Exemption Manager.
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Generate required journal entries and reconcile tax liability with general ledger accounts.
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Conduct tax research as needed using CCH tax research software.
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Prepare correspondence in response to a wide range of state and local taxing authorities.
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Handle other tax projects as they arise.
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Communicate with various S&S departments to gather relevant information.
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Serve as a tax information source within the company.
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Retain required level of technical knowledge and keep abreast of current developments in the tax area.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or General Education (GED) and three to five years related experience. Bachelor’s
Degree (four year college or university) strongly preferred. Tax Masters, CPA or public accounting experience a plus.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
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Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
- Ability to work with accounting concepts and apply these concepts to practical business situations.
- Ability to work independently, accurately and thoroughly with minimal supervision.
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Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
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Ability to make critical decisions and take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
Computer Skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Outlook. Access a plus.
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Prior experience with Vertex Sales & Use Tax Returns software and Q/O Series programs preferred.
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Prior experience with Oracle R12 ERP preferred, JD Edwards a plus.
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Knowledge of property tax processing a plus.
Physical Activities & Requirements:
Standard Office Criteria
Working Conditions:
Standard Office Criteria