Sales and Use Tax Accountant 1

HOLT Group • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

This entry-level position handles day-to-day sales and use tax compliance activities. The role supports compliance with sales and use tax laws by reviewing and maintaining tax exemption certificates, issuing tax credits, researching tax guidance, and preparing sales and use tax returns. Returns are primarily for Texas, with possible assistance for other states where the company operates. The position also participates in projects related to maintaining sales tax records.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate alignment with the company’s mission and core values, collaborate with internal and external resources, and participate in ongoing self-development. The role has no supervisory responsibilities, involves travel of up to 5%, and is generally performed in a professional office environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One to three years of sales tax, accounting, or audit experience required.
• Knowledge of applicable accounting principles, practices, and methods.
• Intermediate knowledge of statutes and rules defined by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts related to Texas Sales and Use Tax.
• Proficiency in filing Texas sales tax returns.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for establishing working relationships across departments and organizational levels.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills; deadline oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, emphasizing accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Nice To Haves

• A degree is preferred, with a focus in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model, promote, reinforce, and reward consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes.
• Review customer-submitted sales and use tax exemption certificates and determine their validity.
• Issue tax credits to customers using statutes and rules provided by the relevant state taxing authorities.
• Contact and communicate with internal departments or external customers to resolve taxation issues.
• Research current or past tax guidance, statutes, and rules.
• File sales tax returns primarily in Texas and assist with returns for other states as needed.
• Participate in projects associated with maintaining sales tax records.
• Work safely and comply with applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED