Auditing Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Auditing Clerk to join a large distribution company in Oak Brook, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position will provide hands-on support to the tax team during a busy project window by managing documentation, maintaining accurate records, and helping keep audit-related tasks on schedule. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates effectively, and is comfortable handling a large volume of administrative work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the tax department during a high-demand project period.
• Gather, sort, and maintain tax exemption certificates, including a significant volume of documents that require accurate tracking and processing.
• Monitor documentation status, identify missing items, and follow up with team members or stakeholders to keep records complete.
• Keep files, logs, and supporting records current so information is accurate, organized, and easy to access.
• Assist the team with activities related to closing outstanding audits within established timelines.
• Support tax department work connected to Vertex sales and use tax implementation activities as needed.
• Communicate updates clearly regarding deadlines, document collection progress, and outstanding requirements.• Strong organizational abilities with careful attention to accuracy and detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage a high volume of documents while meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
• Comfort with clerical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced business environment.
• Willingness to follow established processes and maintain well-organized records.
• Exposure to tax audits, corporate tax environments, or Vertex sales and use tax is helpful but not required.
• Prior accounting or tax experience is not required.