Part-Time Sales Tax Accountant

Part‑time Sales Tax Accountant Location: Concord, MA Schedule: 3 days on site Reports to: US Tax Manager An internal resource to quantify, analyze and report on transaction‑based taxes, ensuring compliance with sales tax laws and regulations. Provides support for all sales tax obligations of our US entities. Main Tasks & Responsibilities Monthly preparation of sales & use tax reports and return filings Completion of monthly account reconciliations for sales tax G/L accounts Monitoring sales & use tax obligations, including analyzing taxability of transactions and applicability of exemptions Maintaining exemption certificates and sales tax matrices Research and resolve tax authority inquiries and assist with defending tax audits Contribute to the annual business filing administration for various US entities Conduct tax research and handle special projects as needed. Essential Skills, Qualifications and Education Needed Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline At least 5 years of sales tax compliance experience Knowledge of US GAAP, accounting close, accounting related principles Ability to effectively manage projects, prioritize and multi‑task Energetic and positive, can‑do approach Efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing effectively Diligent and well organized with a responsible attitude and attention to detail Able to work independently within the framework of a multi‑layered, global team that operates in several different time zones Willingness to develop as a consultant to Company management and staff on tax‑related issues Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications including Excel (in particular), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as other common accounting software Experience with Infor ERP and Avalara sales tax applications preferred Compensation In accordance with Massachusetts law, the expected salary for this part‑time position is $30/hr. The actual compensation will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience and other factors permitted by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oxford Instruments plc