Experienced Associate- Sales/Use Tax

Baker Tilly•Dallas, TX

41d

About The Position

Baker Tilly, one of the fastest growing CPA advisory firms in the nation, has an incredible career opportunity for an Experienced Sales/Use Associate to join our growing State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in Texas! Our SALT practice is made up of professionals across the U.S., providing a full spectrum of services including Income & Franchise tax, Sales & Use tax, Real & Personal Property tax, Unclaimed Property and Voluntary Disclosure & Remediation by industry needs. As a member of this talented team, you will help clients capitalize on strategic ideas and planning techniques that ensure state and local tax compliance, reduce expenses and enhance cash flow. The Sales and Use Tax Consultant’s primary responsibilities are to identify Sales and Use tax savings opportunities for multi-state clients and direct staff in day-to-day operations. The incumbent will be meeting with clients and/or taxing authorities, preparing correspondence, researching issues, completing data reconciliations, making taxability decisions and preparing tax authority filings. You will enjoy this role if: You would like to work directly with firm leadership to support middle market and fortune 500 companies with sales & use tax issues and compliance You are looking to be part of a fast growing, state & local tax practice who is also down-to-earth and thrives through collaboration You want to be part of firm that values specialty tax practices and is invested in your success, providing the resources and support for you to grow now, for tomorrow

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or related math degree required
Minimum (1) one year experience in public accounting or industry completing and reconciling multi-state sales and use tax returns and performing research on taxability law preferred
Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving
Strong leadership, project management, organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
Microsoft Suite skills
There is currently no immigration sponsorship available for this position

Responsibilities

Prepare sales & use tax forms and resolve outstanding tax issues for middle market and Fortune 500 clients and ensure they are in compliance with applicable state tax laws. This includes:
Prepare and file state and local sales tax returns for various jurisdictions for multiple clients
Perform research on relevant tax law
Interact and manage multiple clients in a deadline-oriented environment while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Analyze large amounts of client data
Maintain internal relationships with colleagues, other service lines and engagement/project teams
Develop and retain technical tax expertise
Proactively identify and communicate issues as they arise
Maintain a positive and “team player” attitude
Become familiar with and adhere to the firm’s policies and procedures
Apply a working knowledge of various computer applications
Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs
Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance