Senior Tax Accountant

$80,000 - $85,000/Yr

BluSky - Centennial, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Centennial, CO

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About the position

The Senior Tax Accountant plays a crucial role in the BluSky Tax team, focusing on both indirect and direct tax compliance functions. This position is responsible for overseeing sales and use tax compliance, including reporting, research, consulting, and planning activities across multiple states and offices. The role requires collaboration with various departments to ensure tax compliance and accuracy in reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review sales and use tax returns for state and local jurisdictions.
• Support sales and use tax audits.
• Respond to correspondence and inquiries from tax authorities and resolve outstanding tax issues.
• Participate in the development, planning, and execution of sales tax compliance strategies.
• Manage and maintain sales and use tax registrations and certificates.
• Oversee the property tax compliance function for state and local jurisdictions.
• Review and address property tax assessments.
• Work closely with the Licensing and Risk teams to ensure companywide reporting accuracy.
• Ensure tax compliance using BluSky's ERP system, tax research software, and other technology systems.
• Collaborate with the Accounting Department and other Departments on tax matters as required.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned, including support of the federal and state income tax functions.

Requirements

• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably at least two in a public accounting firm, or at least 2+ years working in a large organization with operations in multiple states.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in indirect tax compliance.
• Ability to analyze, manipulate and organize large datasets in Excel.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in all other Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business operations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet strict deadlines on multiple initiatives.
• Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
• Must be very detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a team player.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to a thorough self-review of all work products.
• Solid interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus plan for qualified positions
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Equipment appropriate to the position (e.g., laptop, smartphone)
• Corporate apparel allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• LegalShield
• Professional Development
• Paid Referral Program