Indirect Tax Analyst II — Audits, Compliance & Analytics

I. Job Summary The Indirect tax analyst will support all aspects of the function including compliance, audits, research and working with outside service providers and various internal departments including accounting, supply chain, sales and marketing, operations, digital and fleet. This role requires a working knowledge of indirect taxes, excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills. The ideal candidate will possess effective communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, every day is different, environment. Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Coupa, Peoplesoft, SAP) is a plus. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. Support outside service provider's filing of Federal excise tax, state and local sales/use and gross receipts and motor fuel tax returns Reconcile related tax accounts Analyze transactional data to ensure correct taxability and proper tax collection Maintain and update tax rates Assist with sales/use and motor fuel tax audits by gathering documentation, supporting outside service providers and responding to auditors Monitor changes in tax law and assess their impact to the company Research state and local sales/use and motor fuels tax laws Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy and reduce outside professional fees in the indirect tax function Maintain and update customer sales tax exemption certificates in Vertex software Provide guidance to internal teams (Customer billing and Accounts Receivable, Supply Chain and Accounts Payable) Communicate with governmental taxing authorities to resolve notices and inquiries III. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory duties. IV. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. A. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree (required) in Accounting, Tax, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant experience. Three (3) years of tax experience in either public accounting or similar areas of industry (in addition education requirement). B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements None required. C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Experience in Federal taxation with background in ASC 740 CorpTax provision and tax compliance software experience preferred. General ledger software experience preferred Intermediate/Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Strong analytical and organization skills Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Ability to think independently and take initiative V. Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely Normal setting for this job is: office setting Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on Pension, and more. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr WM