Tax AccountantWhat Candidates Will Be Doing:Responsible for the accurate and timely filing of State and Local Sales & Use, Gross Receipts, State & Local Excise, PUC Levies, Returns.Analyze financial data from Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue Accounting and Corporate Accounting.Review returns to ensure that they are accurately and timely filedResponsible for reconciling all tax liability accounts.Perform special projects, as required, assigned by Manager.Assist the exemption group with research, information needed and issuance of Resale and/or Exemption Certificates, as required.Assist Audit, Research, Tax Technology and other departments and organizations.What Client is Looking For:Thorough knowledge of State taxes, Gross Receipts, Sales and Use taxes, and Tax Accounting.Knowledge of compliance processes and returns filings.The ability to develop methods to streamline processes and develop tax planning strategies to minimize company's cash flow and overall tax burden.The candidate has the prime responsibility for the review; analysis and streamline tax processes.Skill set to analyze billed taxes and tax accruals for discrepancies. Review and manage reconciliations.Ability to work with 3rd party vendors to manage refund opportunities and resolve tax disputes.Work with internal staff to procure refunds or credits from vendors or government agencies for overpaid taxes, including review, and management of exemption certificates.The candidate has to possess the ability to work independently.Required Skills and Experience:Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Related Field of 4 years work experience3 plus years’ experience in the state and local tax compliance; comparable amount of years with an emphasis in state tax laws and regulations.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Access.Desired Skills and Experience:CPA or Master’s degree preferred in taxation or equivalent work experience in the state and local tax area.Experience with large automated systems (i.e. billing, general ledger, and a/p).Familiarity with automated tax systems.(Vertex, Alteryx, Avalara)Experienced with SAP, PeopleSoft or other major accounting systems.Tax research and audit experience a plus.