Senior Tax Accountant

Job TitleLocation: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid)Duration: 12 MonthsResponsibilities:Oversee sales and use tax and property tax returns for all legal entities, from compiling source data to reviewing filed tax returns.Work with business units, IT, and third-party consultants to compile accurate data effectively.Ensure data ties to general ledger and payment request from third-party preparers.Perform tax research and provide taxability guidance to stakeholders.Respond to inquiries related to tax within 48 hours.Write desktop procedures to document processes and modify as needed.File, pay, and track business licenses.File refund claims for tax on accounts receivable.Review, approve, and enter tax exemptions into the tax determination system.Troubleshoot purchase order taxability and related tax issues.Ensure compliance responsibilities in all states and businesses.Evaluate state regulations and acceptable accounting practices.Provide service to internal and external customers.Evaluate complete assignments for conformance with applicable policies, regulations, and tax laws.Complete sales and use tax audits.Work with auditors from notice of intent to audit to completion.Modify taxability in tax systems as needed based on findings.Identify and implement process improvements in the Sales and Use Tax Department.Ensure financial reports are prepared and paid accurately and timely to avoid penalties.Maintain assigned GL account reconciliations while preventing financial risk to the company.Assist in various departmental projects, taking a lead role in planning, coordinating, and facilitating projects through their completion.Other duties as assigned.Requirements:B.S. required with a focus in Accounting/Finance preferred.CPA preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounting/Finance.Preferred Skills:Knowledge of EDI capabilities preferred.Strong Microsoft Excel & Word skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Charts) required.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required.Sabrix and/or Vertex experience preferred.Excellent communication skills required.Knowledge of SOX controls & compliance requirements required.Understanding of GAAP Accounting required.ERP experience required.BI/BW expertise preferred.Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.