Indirect Tax Specialist

Terumo BCT, Inc. • Denver, CO

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About The Position

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Global Tax Director, this position is responsible for helping Terumo BCT comply with U.S. and Canadian federal, state/provincial and local reporting requirements related to all aspects of transaction and property tax liabilities including Sales/Use, GST/PST, Property, Gross Receipts, Excise and Unclaimed Property.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other four year degree with equivalent accounting experience.
• Minimum four years’ accounting and transaction tax experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills for determining taxability in all states.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and audit support including P2P and RTR workflows.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Team player and customer focus attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP, Vertex O-Series, and PTMS a plus.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or review transaction tax (e.g., sales & use, business & occupation, gross receipts) and property tax returns for monthly, quarterly and annual filings.
• Review capital expenditure and consumable invoices to determine taxability and ensure proper accruals are maintained.
• Interpret and comply with federal, state, local, and international statues, regulations and legislation relating to transaction taxes and property taxes.
• Provide guidance based on research of transaction tax and property tax laws and regulations.
• Review proposed and final settlement documents from tax authorities for accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze and draft responses to correspondence and other enquiries received from state and local tax authorities.
• Research and monitor tax laws for various states to ensure compliance within company.
• Develop and implement process improvements.
• Maintain detailed supporting documentation for transaction tax and property tax returns filed on behalf of the company.
• Provide assistance to A/R, A/P, Contracts and IT departments to resolve customer issues on sales taxes.
• Work with state auditors to provide requested information and audit defense for assessments; implement necessary changes identified during audits; review proposed assessments and recommend action to be taken.
• Work with IT to develop best practice processes for providing data to support tax filings and audits for all entities.
• Prepare for and assist with transaction tax and property tax audits.
• Research transaction tax and property tax issues.
• Contribute to special business projects as assigned.
• Work with other tax team members to ensure departmental deadlines are met and objectives are achieved.
• Timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure that balances are consistent with returns filed/payments made and any special issues.
• Assist with reconciliation of transaction tax and property tax general ledger accounts.

Benefits

• multiple group medical, dental and vision plans
• a robust wellness program
• life insurance and disability coverages
• a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more
• a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution
• vacation and sick time programs for associates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level