Indirect Tax Research Analyst II - Houston, TX

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores•Houston, TX

About The Position

Love's is recruiting an Indirect Tax Research Analyst II for its Indirect Tax team. The role specializes in tax research, planning, and the strategic management of tax compliance. The analyst researches and interprets indirect tax authorities, evaluates transactions and business initiatives, and prepares technical memoranda and practical guidance for internal stakeholders. The role also supports tax registrations and licensing, tax technology and compliance processes, and the development of internal tax resources, while mentoring and training tax analysts at all levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 2 years of related experience.
Deep expertise in tax regulations and compliance strategies.
Expertise in tax compliance software such as Avalara, Vertex, SRA, and SAP.
Strong leadership and ability to influence decision-making.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
CPA, JD, CMI, or MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Research and interpret indirect tax laws, regulations, administrative guidance, rulings, and case law.
Analyze business transactions to determine applicable indirect tax implications.
Prepare technical tax research memoranda documenting issues, authority, analysis, and conclusions.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and evaluate their potential impact on the company.
Translate complex tax laws and regulations into practical guidance and recommendations for business stakeholders.
Partner with Tax, Legal, Accounting, Commercial, and Operations to resolve indirect tax questions and identify appropriate tax treatment.
Research registration, licensing, permitting, and bonding requirements for new jurisdictions and business activities.
Prepare, submit, and track license and registration applications through approval, gathering supporting documentation and coordinating with tax authorities and internal stakeholders as needed.
Assist with evaluating how tax rules should be incorporated into ERP systems, tax engines, reporting tools, or compliance processes.
Research tax implications associated with new products, markets, transaction structures, and business initiatives.
Assist with developing and maintaining tax matrices, research databases, technical guidance, and internal procedures.
Mentor and train tax analysts at all levels.