Sales & Use Tax Accountant

Aston Carter•Gulf Breeze, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sales & Use Tax Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and local sales, use, and transactional tax requirements. This role supports accurate tax reporting, filing, and audit defense while partnering with internal stakeholders to interpret tax regulations and minimize risk.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
2 to 5 years of experience in sales and use tax compliance or transactional tax
Working knowledge of multi-state sales and use tax regulations
Experience with tax engines and compliance tools such as Vertex, Avalara, or similar systems preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines
Proficient in Excel and general accounting systems

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a multi-entity or multi-state environment
Exposure to audits and tax controversy support
Ability to communicate tax concepts clearly to non-tax stakeholders
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions
Ensure compliance with applicable state and local tax laws, including rate changes and taxability rules
Maintain and update tax determination systems, exemption certificates, and resale documentation
Research and interpret sales and use tax regulations and provide guidance to internal teams
Support sales and use tax audits by gathering documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and assisting with resolutions
Reconcile tax accounts and resolve discrepancies between transactional data and tax filings
Collaborate with accounting, finance, AR/AP, and billing teams to ensure accurate tax application
Monitor nexus thresholds and assist with new state registrations as needed
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy