Sales And Use Tax Specialist

Sales And Use Tax Specialist - Houston, Tx

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented sales tax specialist to join our team on a temporary basis. This temporary position will primarily focus on the larger portion of sales and use tax, along with various AP/AR responsibilities and month-end procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Sales and use tax compliance:
• Oversee the sales and use tax filings and reporting.
• Review and reconcile tax rates and ensure proper sales and use tax calculation.
• Address any discrepancies in sales tax collection and reporting.
• Certificate validation:
• Review and validate exemption certificates to ensure compliance with local and state regulations.
• Work closely with customers and vendors to resolve certificate-related issues.
• Accounts payable & receivable:
• Assist with any questions or discrepancies related to accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure proper documentation for tax purposes is captured.
• Month-end close:
• Support month-end closing processes with a focus on sales and use tax.
• Assist in ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded for tax reporting.
• General tax assistance:
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure that tax records are complete and accurate.
• Provide assistance during audits or inquiries related to sales and use tax.

Competencies:

• Previous experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

• Experience in sales and use tax is required (experience with Avalara or similar software is highly preferred).
• Familiarity with AP/AR processes and general accounting procedures.
• Strong understanding of tax certificates and exemption compliance.
• Ability to handle month-end close tasks and reporting efficiently.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong ability to analyze and validate financial data.
• Excellent communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.