Senior Consultant

Sovos Compliance

About The Position

Build your future with Sovos. If you’re seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you’ve come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionizing how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we’re dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges – we’re committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes – apply anyway! We’re focused on hiring the right people, not just the “right” resume. It’s not about what you’ve done elsewhere; it’s all about what you’re capable of doing here.

Requirements

5+ years of related work experience
3+ years of unclaimed property compliance experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Strong organization and project management skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Proficient technology skills, specifically MS Word and Excel
Creative problem-solving ability
Ability to read, interpret, and gain a working understanding of various state requirements
Collaborative team player who can also work independently when needed
Due to client contractual obligations, the successful candidate will be asked to clear a background check and drug test upon hire

Responsibilities

Work with senior leaders and clients to assist in managing state unclaimed property risk assessments, Voluntary Disclosure Agreements, and audits
Review client records and other necessary documents to identify and quantify areas of potential noncompliance and risk
Document potential exposures via Word documents and Excel workbooks
Work with Project Managers and Senior Reviewers to develop strategies for mitigating potential liabilities
Draft initial versions of meeting agendas and minutes and arrange meeting planners
Perform initial analysis of General Ledger Chart of Accounts and Trial Balances
Assist with identifying categories of potential unclaimed property liability
Analyze and quantify populations to determine potential liability by property type using Sovos proprietary software programs including UPE, UPET, and UPRT
Prepare, track, and provide copies of due diligence letters to clients; record responses and update unclaimed property lists
Prepare, track, and submit state compliance reports to the states and clients using Sovos proprietary software UPRT
Assist with quality control review of state reports and due diligence
Maintain work paper files between SecureFT platform and internal folders
Assist with analysis of the company’s existing unclaimed property policies and procedures
Document client meetings and interviews with accounting personnel
Train new employees in client-specific work efforts involving industry tools
Provide additional support to project leaders as requested