Tax Specialist

Itron, Inc.•Liberty Lake, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tax Specialist (Sales & Use Tax) is responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient self-assessed use tax and sales tax processes. This role partners closely with the business to apply tax rules correctly across systems, transactions, and jurisdictions, leveraging automation and data to support scalable growth. Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com Our broad solution portfolio allows our customers to better manage energy and water for a sustainable future. Our innovative, next-generation utility and smart-city solutions help build resilient communities around the world. You can build your career here and do work that truly matters. Learn more about Itron here.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in sales and use tax compliance, research, or related tax roles
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate large data sets using technology
Experience using tools such as Excel (including pivot tables), Power BI, Alteryx, or similar data management and analytics platforms
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to business partners
Detail-oriented, accountable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Vertex O Series and Oracle ERP systems
Experience supporting or leading use tax automation initiatives
Familiarity with sales and use tax implications for SaaS, managed services, and marketplace facilitator models
Prior experience in the Utilities, Energy, or technology sectors
Demonstrated passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and building efficient, scalable tax processes

Responsibilities

Own the accuracy and compliance of self-assessed use tax, while supporting sales tax and GST obligations in a collaborative, customer-focused environment
Apply in-depth knowledge of sales and use tax laws, including exemptions, across a wide range of goods and services
Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual U.S. sales and use tax returns and Canadian GST returns with accountability and attention to detail
Analyze large volumes of transaction data to identify risks, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement and automation
Partner cross-functionally with procurement, accounts payable, IT, and external vendors to ensure Vertex and Oracle correctly calculate sales, use, and GST tax
Manage and respond to vendor exemption certificate requests in a timely, service-oriented manner
Research complex sales and use tax matters, including managed services, SaaS offerings, and marketplace facilitator rules, and clearly communicate findings
Support tax audits by gathering documentation, responding to information requests, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
Perform testing in Vertex related to new software releases and changes in tax rules, ensuring agile and accurate system updates
Reconcile sales and use tax accounts, investigate discrepancies, and drive resolutions with ownership and transparency
Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability