Senior Tax Analyst Indirect Taxes

Emerson•Clayton, MO

1d•$85,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is hiring a Senior Tax Analyst, Indirect Taxes, to support sales and use tax compliance and related tax operations across a complex, multi-state business environment. The role prepares and reviews tax filings, supports audit defense, researches and advises on tax issues, and helps reduce risk and improve processes. It works with finance, operations, IT, and tax colleagues to enhance tax technology, automate processes, and maintain compliant and efficient operations. The position also handles personal property tax filings, tax notices and refund requests, taxability guidance, system testing for Oracle and Vertex updates, and sales tax training for operating personnel. The role calls for urgency, individual accountability, comfort with change, cross-organization collaboration, clear communication, and sound judgment in complex situations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
At least 3 years of experience in public accounting and/or a large corporation with a multi-divisional, multi-state, and multinational structure.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMI certification.
Knowledge of Vertex.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review state and local sales and use tax returns for multiple operating business units, ensuring timely and accurate filing.
Assist with coordination and management of sales and use tax audits, working with division personnel and taxing authorities to achieve the lowest permissible tax liability.
Prepare and file personal property tax returns for major plant facilities and sales offices in assigned states.
Provide legal research, consultation, and opinions regarding sales and use tax issues to operating divisions.
Guide operations, accounts payable, and other cross-functional teams on purchase taxability and compliance with sales and use tax laws.
Work with IT and the tax team to transform data and automate sales and use tax compliance processes.
Coordinate system testing related to Oracle and Vertex patches, enhancements, and upgrades.
Prepare and deliver sales tax training presentations for operating personnel.
Maintain the Vertex taxability matrix and respond to sales tax notices and customer requests for sales tax refunds.
Handle other sales and use tax responsibilities as assigned.