Compass Group - Charlotte, NC

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Charlotte, NC
10,001+ employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

As the Senior Sales Tax Accountant at Compass Group, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with state and local tax laws while providing exceptional internal customer service to both field and corporate operations. This position is based in Charlotte, NC, and offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility in your work environment. You will be responsible for preparing and filing state and local sales and use tax returns, which includes the compilation and analysis of financial data. Your expertise will be essential in maintaining and updating sales tax return worksheets and procedures, ensuring that all processes are efficient and accurate. In this role, you will also be tasked with researching and resolving any variances in general ledger accounts, working closely with internal customers to address their inquiries regarding sales tax. Monthly reconciliation of sales and use tax general ledger accounts will be a key responsibility, as will the registration, renewal, and cancellation of various sales tax permits across state, county, city, and local jurisdictions. You will be expected to develop and maintain a thorough understanding of sales tax laws and regulations in the states assigned to you, identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost savings along the way. Additionally, you will assist with special projects as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the finance team and the company as a whole. Your ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage large amounts of electronic data, and adjust to shifting priorities will be critical to your success in this position. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have excellent communication abilities to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file state and local sales and use tax returns, including compilation and analysis of financial data
  • Maintain and update sales tax return worksheets and procedures
  • Research and resolve general ledger account variances with internal customers
  • Reconcile sales and use tax general ledger accounts on a monthly basis
  • Respond to sales tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictions
  • Register, renew and cancel state, county, city and local sales tax permits
  • Develop and maintain sales tax knowledge relating to laws and regulations in assigned states
  • Identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities
  • Assist with special projects as assigned

Requirements

  • 4-year degree in Accounting or Tax required
  • CPA or CMI certification preferred, or CPA/CMI candidate preferred
  • 2 to 5+ years multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience required
  • Experience with food/vending or support services industry preferred
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office required, especially Excel, Access is ideal
  • Experience with SAP and sales tax compliance software preferred
  • Strong accounting and analytical skills
  • Ability to identify trends through data analytics and work orders
  • Ability to independently research issues and reach a resolution in all cases
  • Must be a detail-oriented, team player with a strong work ethic
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage large amounts of electronic data
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with ability to adjust to shifting priorities
  • Ability to work extended hours as required to meet internal and external deadlines

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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