Specialist II, Tax Technology

Pilot Company•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to support the Sales Tax team from a technology perspective to aid in system implementation, integration and configuration for the preparation, filing, and reconciliation of various state and local sales tax returns.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in accounting, finance, or other business-related field
Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Alteryx)
Sales Tax Accountant II level or above
Proficient to advanced Microsoft Office skills
Experience with Vertex, PDI, Alteryx, and Right Angle software
Ability to prioritize, multitask and manage multiple projects successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and within teams in order to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectives

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly tax pre-compliance data manipulation and loading into tax filing software
Maintain tax system jurisdictions and jurisdictional rates based on current law
Examine and evaluate the purpose and content of tax reports to develop new or improve existing report content and completeness
Analyze data for reconciliations to ensure tax liabilities are accurately stated; Reconcile tax accounts, investigate discrepancies, and make recommendations for account resolution
Prepare journal entries as necessary
Develop and maintain Alteryx scripts in support of data integrations and transformations necessary to enable the automated preparation of returns and reconciliations
Proactively gain knowledge and update tax users with training of new functionality in Vertex/PDI/Alteryx
Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Complete other duties as assigned