Tax Accountant

Our client is seeking a Sales & Use Tax Accountant to support accurate accounting records and multi-state tax compliance. This role is ideal for a candidate with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This is a temp-to-hire position that can convert very quickly. This position reports to a senior accounting leader and offers hands-on exposure to best practices and process improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns for multiple business units across 25+ states
• Prepare and file annual property tax returns
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reporting
• Research and stay current on sales and use tax law changes, court rulings, and multi-state compliance requirements
• Manage tax registrations and ongoing compliance with state, county, and local jurisdictions
• Support sales tax audit defense efforts and assist with reducing audit exposure
• Participate in audit appeals and tax redetermination processes as needed
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis
• Maintain and reconcile multiple general ledger accounts
• Assist the accounting team with close-related tasks and special projects
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the accounting function

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.