Senior Tax Accountant

Structural Group, Inc.•Columbia, MD

About The Position

Structural Group, Inc. develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair, and maintenance services for owners, engineers, and contractors. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, the company serves the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets. The Senior Tax Accountant manages U.S. sales and use tax compliance, supports income tax workpapers, and provides practical tax guidance to operations and field teams. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. It requires strong technical knowledge, accuracy, and independent management of filing deadlines. The position follows a 40-hour workweek and requires no travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Demonstrated U.S. sales and use tax compliance experience, including preparing and/or reviewing returns.
Strong understanding of U.S. sales and use tax concepts and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in U.S. federal and state income tax concepts and familiarity with U.S. GAAP.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and reconcile large data sets.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills to correspond with taxing authorities and clearly explain tax guidance.
Highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented; able to work independently, manage a high volume of responsibilities, meet critical deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Tax, or a related field.
In-house corporate tax experience.
CPA certification.
Vertex experience.
Experience with Canadian sales tax or global VAT.

Responsibilities

Manage U.S. sales and use tax compliance for 10 entities, including overseeing Vertex return filings, preparing and submitting workpapers, and reviewing returns for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and file multiple indirect tax returns in-house accurately and on time.
Maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and due-date checklist to meet filing and payment obligations.
Assist with income tax workpapers for U.S. and Canadian entities.
Provide timely, accurate sales and use tax guidance to operations and field teams.
Conduct tax research and translate complex findings into clear, practical guidance for internal stakeholders.
Correspond with taxing authorities and prepare professional technical letters as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.