Analyst, Tax (U.S. Indirect Tax compliance)

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What We'll Bring:

What You'll Bring:

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain standardized processes and templates to ensure consistency and efficiency across operations. Continuously assess workflows to identify and execute process improvements.
• Analyze recurring manual tasks to uncover automation opportunities, aiming to reduce effort, minimize errors, and enhance overall accuracy. Anticipate issues, take initiative, and act in advance rather than reacting to problems after they arise.
• Define specific, measurable objectives and assign ownership to ensure accountability and alignment.
• Assist with U.S. Indirect Tax compliance, including State & Local Sales/Use Taxes, Gross Receipts Taxes, Personal Property Taxes, and other transaction-based taxes.
• Assist with preparation and posting of monthly/quarterly tax-related entries in PeopleSoft.
• Run and interpret reports from various financial systems including PeopleSoft, Vertex O Series, etc.
• Maintain documentation including customer exemption certificates and tax licenses.
• Maintain reconciliation support of GL balances in Blackline tool.
• Prepare account reconciliations, various indirect tax payment processing, assist with state audit support.
• Research tax laws and provide guidance on compliance and planning.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess impact on business operations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with tax officers, internal stakeholders, and external service providers/consultants.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of key tax processes (SOPs), including compliance systems and suggesting automation opportunities.

Impact You'll Make:

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant / MBA (Finance) / CPA/ LLB with exposure to International Tax, Transfer Pricing, or M&A.
• 2-3 years of U.S. indirect tax compliance in a Big 4 firm or multinational corporation.
• Strong understanding of U.S. Indirect tax regimes and compliance requirements for indirect taxes.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with PeopleSoft (Oracle) is an added advantage.
• Experience with account reconciliations and journal entry preparation.
• Experience with Vertex O Series or similar sales/use tax software.
• Experience with Alteryx or similar tools used for data analytics.
• Proficiency in Tax technology platforms and data automation tools.
• Effective prioritization skills with ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to apply innovative approaches to problem solve.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts in simple terms.

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