Indirect Tax Analyst II

PODS•Clearwater, FL

42d

About The Position

Responsible for work papers and documentations to support company's overall tax compliance in international, federal and state and local tax filings, including independently create and complete work papers with good audit trail and precise presentation. The position will serve multiple managers and/or senior professional members within the tax department. The position will report directly to a Tax Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
2-4 years of Indirect Tax compliance experience is required
2-4 years preparing and analyzing financial information in a corporate (public or non public) corporate environment
Strong knowledge of general accounting and corporate taxation
Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties
BE ANALYTICAL: Able to effectively gather all relevant information; Able to identify key issues; Able to qualitatively and / or quantitatively process data; Able to identify relationships, draw logical conclusions and interpret results for use in decision-making
SOLVE PROBLEMS: Able to apply both rational and creative processes and approaches to identify root causes of problems and solutions
DEVELOP SELF: Able to accurately assess own strengths and development needs; Able to strive to improve those areas identified as needing development; Able to seek opportunity for development through the job, special assignments, training, or external activities
COLLABORATE: Able to act as part of a larger team outside of the immediate department or group; Able to understand the importance of working with peers in other areas or management to reach "best practice" solutions for the organization; Able to inform and seek information to anticipate and consider the impact of decisions or actions on the overall organization
WRITE PROFICIENTLY: Able to convey information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents; Able to write in a well-organized and concise, yet complete, format; Able to use vocabulary appropriate for the audience; Able to constructively review and edit the written work of others
ACT WITH INTEGRITY: Able to demonstrate uncompromising adherence to ethical principles; Able to demonstrate honesty in all actions; Able to admit and correct mistakes promptly; Able to assume full responsibility and accountability for own actions
PLAN: Able to develop short- and long-term operational and / or financial plans that are appropriately comprehensive, realistic, and effective in achieving goals; Able to anticipate obstacles and define alternate strategies; Able to integrate planning efforts across work units
ORGANIZE: Able to assemble appropriate resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Able to manage multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish goals; Able to schedule and coordinate work of others; Able to establish efficient work procedures to meet objectives; Able to form the right structures and teams to enhance productivity
DELIVER QUALITY RESULTS: Able to deliver top quality service to all customers (internal and external); Able to ensure all details are covered and adhere to company policies; Able to strive to do things right the first time; Able to meet agreed-upon commitments or advises customer when deadlines are jeopardized; Able to define high standards for quality and evaluate products, services, and own performance against those standards
BE PERSONALLY PRODUCTIVE: Able to use own time efficiently and avoid wasting time; Able to organize work with realistic priorities for self and others; Able to demonstrate stamina to sustain effort over a period of time; Able to set high but realistic standards for self; Able to produce a high volume of work; Able to balance personal and work commitments to maintain "personal best" conditions
SPEAK COMPETENTLY: Able to speak clearly and concisely; Able to use appropriate vocabulary for the audience; Able to get point across unambiguously and check for understanding
ADVANCED COMPUTER USER: Able to use required software applications to produce correspondence, reports, presentations, electronic communication, and complex spreadsheets including formulas and macros and/or databases. Able to operate general office equipment including company telephone system
Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for up to 8 hours a day; Ability to use hands and fingers to type on a keyboard and use a mouse to navigate; Vision sufficient to view small details on a computer monitor
Ability to hear and verbally communicate using a telephone handset and/or connected headset device

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar certification is a plus
Interest or experience with AI and tax technology is a plus

Responsibilities

Support tax managers in completing tasks on time
Support tax managers in various projects related to broad areas of corporate taxes
Assist tax audits
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Regular attendance and punctuality required
Prepare workpapers and documentation for indirect tax filings, including sales and use, gross receipts, property, and foreign equivalent taxes
Prepare indirect tax returns and review returns prepared by others
Research, conclude and respond to various tax jurisdictions regarding their notices/inquiries
Correspond directly with tax authorities
Assist with audit defense for various tax types
Assist financial audit process
Perform monthly or quarterly tax accounts reconciliation and closing
Prepare memos and position papers for special projects, acquisitions or researches
Analyze complex tax issues and draw conclusions based on findings
Prepare information required by internal and external auditors
Maintain and improve processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and efficiency