Associate Accountant

Associate Accountant

PrideStaff, a staffing company in Bend, OR is seeking an Associate Accountant to prepare and file tax returns across multiple jurisdictions and provide indirect tax compliance support and serve as a subject matter expert for invoicing and exemption inquiries.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage sales tax exemption documentation (collection, verification, archiving, retrieval, and compliance review).
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns across multiple tax jurisdictions; build corresponding tax reports.
• Analyze system-generated reports for accurate customer tax charges; review use tax reporting and reconcile sales tax general ledger accounts.
• Provide indirect tax compliance support and training to personnel on sales tax exemptions, use tax reporting, and invoice corrections.
• Maintain tax records, training documents, perform tax research, and support audits by taxing jurisdictions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (tax experience preferred).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Advanced PC skills, including Google suite (emphasis on Excel).
• Desirable system knowledge: NetSuite, Customer First, OneSource, Vertex, or similar tax determination engines, general ledger, and ERP systems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; active listening and professional drafting abilities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport and maintain professional relationships (both internally and externally).
• Excellent phone and people skills for supporting inquiries.
• Proven ability to manage work assignments through prioritization and time management.