Job Description
Tax Coordinator (3 month contract) - Sales & Use Tax Summary The Tax Coordinator (Sales & Use Tax) supports the organization's indirect tax compliance function by preparing, reviewing, and filing sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Prepare and file sales and use tax returns for multiple states, counties, and local jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines. Reconcile tax accounts, including monthly general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis, and adjustments. Review exemption certificates, maintain certificate databases, and ensure proper documentation for tax?exempt customers. Monitor tax law changes related to sales and use tax and communicate impacts to internal stakeholders. Assist with sales tax audits, including gathering documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to auditor inquiries. Research taxability questions for products, services, and transactions across various jurisdictions. Support tax calculations for invoices, credit memos, and procurement transactions. Collaborate with accounting, procurement, and sales teams to resolve tax discrepancies and improve compliance. Maintain accurate tax records, including filings, payments, notices, and correspondence. Identify process improvements to streamline tax reporting and enhance data accuracy. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience). 1-3 years of experience in sales and use tax, indirect tax, or general accounting. Familiarity with multi?state sales and use tax regulations. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and tax software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex) preferred. Strong Excel skills, includi