Accountant, Sales Tax

Pilot Company•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns. This includes filing state and local sales tax returns, generating supporting reports, and providing internal customer service related to W-9 and exemption certificate completion, as well as contract and invoice review. The role also involves assisting with sales tax audits. The accountant will model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose and ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to set priorities, multitask, meet deadlines, and resolve problems with a high sense of urgency.
Legal right to work in the United States without additional sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities.
Minimum one year sales and use tax return preparation experience.
Basic accounting experience.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Responsibilities

Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.
File state and local sales tax returns.
Generate supporting reports.
Provide internal customer service related to W-9 and exemption certificate completion.
Review contracts and invoices.
Assist with sales tax audits.
Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose.
Ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level.
Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Complete other duties as assigned.