Sales Tax Analyst II

Sonepar•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sonepar Management Group (SMG) supports our Sonepar brands (i.e. operating companies) in the US through a shared services model. These services include, but are not limited to: human resources, finance, digital enterprise, supply chain, vendor relations, marketing, legal, and communications. The SMG teams enable our brands to do business in their local regions while taking advantage of the scale and collective resources of a global enterprise. SMG fosters an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer leadership and development programs to help you reach your career goals. Our associates share in our collective achievements, and we firmly believe that Sonepar is “Powered by Difference.” By driving technology and innovation, enabling paths to success, and caring about our people and their families, we have built a workplace where you can build a fulfilling career. Sonepar is seeking a Sales Tax Analyst II to join our Tax team. This role supports ongoing Sales Tax compliance activities across multiple states and legal entities and is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys combining technical tax work with process improvement and cross‑functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in Sales & Use Tax compliance and exercises independent judgment in preparing returns, troubleshooting filing issues, and responding to internal tax questions. Must be authorized to work for Sonepar in the United States without current or future sponsorship Must be able to work a hybrid schedule in our downtown Philadelphia office (Tuesday–Thursday in office)

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology (required)
At least 2 years of relevant experience in Sales & Use Tax, accounting, tax compliance, or related functions
Demonstrated experience preparing and reconciling Sales and Use Tax returns
Experience working with enterprise systems and tax compliance platforms
Experience with tax compliance systems such as Vertex or Avalara
Strong Excel skills with the ability to validate, reconcile, and analyze data
Comfort working with ERP systems and integrated tax engines
Ability to troubleshoot system or data issues independently
Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Able to exercise sound judgment and manage work independently
Communicates clearly and effectively with technical and non‑technical partners
Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
Demonstrates curiosity, accountability, and a continuous‑improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with tax research tools (e.g., CCH AnswerConnect) preferred
Bonus: exposure to SQL, data queries, or system configuration logic

Responsibilities

Prepare and reconcile monthly Sales and Use Tax returns for multiple states and legal entities in accordance with state and local filing requirements
Research and apply state and local tax regulations, including taxability and exemption determinations
Review and resolve tax adjustments and corrections on customer invoices
Maintain accurate tax workpapers, documentation, and exemption certificates for audit retention
Troubleshoot electronic filing and payment issues across tax compliance platforms
Support onboarding of new legal entities into tax engines and preparation software
Respond to tax‑related inquiries from non‑tax partners across the business
Document and enhance Sales and Use Tax processes, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
Adapt to new systems, priorities, and regulatory changes with curiosity and a solutions‑oriented mindset
Perform additional duties as assigned in alignment with company policies and standards