Senior Tax Associate, Indirect Sales and Use

Burkland Associates•,

1d•$85,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Burkland Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Associate focused on indirect sales and use tax to join its Tax Team. The role supports indirect tax compliance, reporting, research, consulting, planning, and integration for multiple clients, working proactively with them as their organizations grow and scale. Responsibilities include managing recurring domestic and international indirect tax obligations, researching and communicating tax positions, advising on tax planning and controversy matters, collaborating with clients, and improving tax processes through technology.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Tax, Law, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in multi-jurisdictional indirect tax advisory services and indirect tax compliance.
Detailed understanding and knowledge of multi-jurisdictional indirect tax principles.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and reprioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in process improvement, governance, and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong collaboration and business partnering skills, including excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to identify and implement internal or external best practices.
Advanced proficiency in Google G Suite, including Spreadsheet, Docs, and Slides.
Experience with sales tax software and project management software.
Comfort using AI tools in day-to-day work, with sound judgment about appropriate use and client data protection.
Clear communication, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Manage the recurring monthly sales, use, and excise tax compliance cycle for assigned clients, including data requests, return and workpaper review, client approval, and timely filing.
Ensure appropriate taxes are collected or assessed and properly remitted.
Support compliance for Canada GST/HST, EU One Stop Shop (OSS), and VAT obligations.
Perform nexus studies to identify client filing obligations.
Prepare and manage Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs) to resolve prior-period exposure.
Monitor, research, and examine tax issues affecting clients, and communicate appropriate tax positions in writing or orally.
Assist clients with indirect tax controversy notices, monitor their business, and develop tax strategies.
Assemble and maintain accounting and tax records supporting filed returns and financial statement accounting.
Support new-client onboarding, respond to client technical questions, exercise sound judgment about escalation, and coordinate client-facing communications with account managers.
Identify process improvements using data analytics and technology tools, including software integration.
Educate and train clients on tax solutions.
Communicate clearly and with data-backed reasoning internally with senior leadership and externally in correspondence with state agencies.
Identify and resolve inconsistencies and discrepancies, distinguishing routine errors from matters requiring leadership or client input.