Sales Tax Specialist

Delta Air Lines, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

55d

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Sales Tax Specialist with strong technology expertise in SAP and Vertex or a similar tax engine to join our dynamic tax team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with sales and use tax laws, leveraging technology to optimize tax processes, and supporting system implementations and upgrades. This role requires a combination of tax technical knowledge, software proficiency, and problem-solving skills to enhance efficiency and accuracy in sales tax operations.

Requirements

Strong technology expertise in SAP and Vertex or a similar tax engine
Combination of tax technical knowledge, software proficiency, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Manage and support sales and use tax compliance, including tax return preparation, filing, and remittance
Research and analyze sales tax laws, regulations, and rulings to ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Assist in handling sales tax audits, including responding to notices and inquiries from tax authorities
Advise internal stakeholders on sales tax implications for business transactions, system changes, and process improvements
Work with SAP and Vertex or similar tax engine to ensure accurate tax calculations and reporting
Collaborate with IT, finance, and tax teams to troubleshoot and resolve tax-related system issues
Support implementation and upgrades of SAP and Vertex or similar tax engine for sales tax automation
Identify opportunities to streamline tax processes using automation and technology
Analyze large datasets from SAP to ensure accuracy, detect discrepancies, and enhance reporting capabilities
Assist in developing and documenting best practices for sales tax processes and system controls