Sales Tax Accountant

BELAY - Corporate•Atlanta, GA

6d•$40,000 - $55,000•Remote

About The Position

The Sales Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant sales and use tax reporting across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. This role manages tax filings, supports compliance with evolving tax regulations, responds to tax authorities, and partners cross-functionally to reduce tax risk while supporting the organization's continued growth.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience preparing and filing multi-state sales and use tax returns.
Experience using accounting systems and tax compliance software.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets and pivot tables.
Ability to research and interpret tax regulations.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of sales and use tax principles
Attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Organization and time management
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Ability to manage multiple deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication
Collaboration and teamwork
Adaptability and willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated tax platforms such as Avalara, Vertex, or Sovos.
Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or SAP.
Experience supporting sales tax audits and nexus analyses.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across multiple state and local jurisdictions.
Maintain sales tax registrations, permits, and business licenses as required.
Monitor filing deadlines and ensure timely, accurate tax remittances.
Research and interpret state and local sales tax laws and regulatory changes.
Monitor nexus requirements and identify new filing obligations as business activities expand.
Review sales transactions to ensure appropriate taxability and exemption treatment.
Maintain exemption certificates and supporting documentation.
Respond to tax notices, inquiries, and assessments from taxing authorities.
Support sales tax audits by preparing documentation and coordinating responses.
Prepare reports and analyses related to sales tax liabilities, exposures, and compliance trends.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and IT to support accurate tax determination and reporting.
Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of sales tax automation tools and ERP systems.
Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.