Skill required: Statutory Reporting & Tax Compliance - Indirect Tax Processing

Designation: Tax Associate Manager

Qualifications:Any Graduation

Years of Experience:10 to 14 years

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What would you do

This position performs a wide range of sales and use tax (SUT) compliance functions in a team-based, collaborative environment. Accountable for the accuracy, integrity, and timely filing of the client returns and payments which includes new client implementations. Responsible for building and maintaining client relationships by acting as the dedicated specialist.
Fundamental knowledge of SUT returns preparation and related multi-state tax software, preferably Client Indirect Tax Returns.
Experience successfully servicing large, complex client accounts
Experience successfully coaching and mentoring more junior preparers
Understand various business entities (i.e. retail, software, manufacturing, leasing, etc) and the related SUT compliance details involved
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Must be a self-starter, able to operate under minimum supervision
Demonstrate customer focused mentality, and be a team player
Must be able to adhere to tight monthly deadlines, with strong time management and organizational skills What are we looking for
Bachelors degree in accounting or related field required.
Ten (10) plus years of sales and use tax compliance experience required.
Or equivalent combination of education and or experience. Roles and Responsibilities:
Prepare Client sales and use tax returns for the time sensitive SUT compliance cycle. This will include:
Frequent communication with Client contacts via phone and email
Review Client tax data for accuracy, investigate questionable data and take corrective action when necessary
Establish proper setup of new and existing tax data files in a variety of formats
Review and reconcile SUT returns using established best practices
Confirm Client approvals and process any requested changes
Prepare and maintain monthly client summary reports
Initiate electronic filings and payments and collaborate with other staff to ensure timely submissions
Track notices from taxing jurisdictions to ensure proper documentation and timely resolution
Prepare and submit sales tax registrations on behalf of clients
Exercise significant and independent professional judgment to document and resolve tax reporting problems
Assist with the continuing development and documentation of internal processes and procedures
Train new staff members
Successfully transition clients to other staff members
Participate in the implementation process for new clients
Lead or participate in projects or other duties to support the business
Ability to accommodate additional hours as needed during the monthly peak processing period, which is between the 5th and the 20th of each month
Returns volume supported expanding to approximately 700 returns per month within (6) months with complex to very complex client complexity.
Independent new client onboarding
Implement client specific process improvements
Assist with new hire training and mentorship
Work independently after (3) months.
Participates in projects and performs other duties as assigned.