Tax Accountant
Peet's Coffee•Emeryville, CA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Tax Accountant – Indirect Tax will support the Company’s sales and use tax compliance, audits, and planning activities across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Supply Chain, and IT) and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting, timely filings, and compliance with state and local tax laws.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in sales and use tax compliance, public accounting, or a corporate tax environment (internship experience acceptable)
- Basic understanding of U.S. sales and use tax concepts
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze transactional data and identify tax issues
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with tax software and ERP systems is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Nice To Haves
- CPA exam eligibility or progress toward CPA licensure
- Experience working in a multistate or high‑transaction environment
- Familiarity with tax research tools and sales tax engines (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, or similar)
Responsibilities
- Prepare and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns for multiple state and local jurisdictions
- Review sales and purchase transactions to ensure proper taxability and application of tax rates
- Assist with use tax accruals and reconciliations between subledgers and the general ledger
- Support sales and use tax audits, including data gathering, documentation, and audit responses
- Assist in maintaining tax exemption certificates and related documentation
- Research sales and use tax issues, including nexus, product taxability, and sourcing rules
- Monitor changes in state and local tax laws and assess potential impacts to the business
- Participate in process improvements and automation initiatives related to indirect tax compliance
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve tax questions and improve transactional accuracy
Benefits
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with generous match program
- Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs
- Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts
- Career development and an Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
