Tax Associate

Tax Associate

The Tax Associate is responsible for the organization's tax functions including tax planning, compliance, reporting, and licensing. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, have Viewpoint software experience and have knowledge of sales/use tax processes and the ability to effectively research as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Associate Degree in Accounting

Experience: 2 to 4 years of finance and tax experience

Travel: 5-10%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares book to tax calculations.
• Manages quarterly tax projections, forecasting, and cash tax planning efforts.
• Leads the research and development credit with PMs.
• Makes the decision on research related to sales & use tax laws and compliance utilizing state & local websites and research tools that the tax specialists finds.
• Maintains accurate tax information on initial job startups and makes updates as tax changes arise.
• Manages the preparation of sales/use tax returns.
• Manages sales/uses tax audits, if applicable.
• Oversees monthly reconciliations of sales/use tax general ledger accounts.
• Manages tax exempt certificates.
• Manages annual property tax bills.
• Responsible for business license registration.
• Manages annual state filings.
• Completes various tax projects, if applicable.
• Obtains tax exemption certificates from customers and maintains exemption certificate listing.
• Handles customers' questions regarding sales and use taxes.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards.
• Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
• Continuous process improvement of current duties.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills or abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

FTI provides many opportunities to thrive. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what's possible for your future. Once you're a team member, you're supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test.