Senior Indirect Tax Accountant
About The Position
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. About the job As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in Managing the Alfa Laval U.S. Group’s indirect tax function. You will have the opportunity to ensure accurate, timely compliance across U.S. sales and use tax (SUT), international direct tax (VAT and GST), contributing to the overall success and growth of our organization. Currently this is a hybrid position in Richmond, VA.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (accounting or related business degree) with relevant experience
- Minimum 8 years of Tax experience at the public or industry level
- Advanced general accounting knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of indirect tax and regulatory compliance at the federal and state/local levels
- Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax returns across multi-state jurisdictions
- Manage exemption certificates to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Optimize and integrate the Sales Tax Engine (Vertex) with the ERP system
- Analyze and utilize company systems and data for tax compliance
- Administer sales tax credits and implement strategies to minimize liabilities
- Conduct nexus studies and facilitate state/local tax registrations
- Respond to regulatory correspondence, inquiries, and audits
- Collaborate with external service providers for specialized tax matters
- Provide cross-functional tax support and deliver training/education to internal sales and customer service teams to resolve customer billing questions and issues
- Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual international VAT and GST returns across Canada and Europe
- Address regulatory correspondence, inquiries, and audits for international indirect taxes
- Partner with external service providers to ensure global compliance
- Deliver cross-functional tax support and training/education to internal sales and customer service teams to resolve customer billing questions and issues
- Ensure compliance and file returns for Gross Receipts Tax
- Maintain business license compliance and file necessary returns
- Support business operations with tax expertise
- Monitor and address regulatory changes impacting the business
- Contribute to various project work as needed
- Develop and improve written procedures for tax processes
- Drive continuous improvement of departmental areas of work and processes
Benefits
- healthcare
- dental and vision plans
- a robust wellness program
- generous 401(k)
- paid holidays
- paid time off benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
