Sales and Use Tax Accountant

Sales and Use Tax Accountant Location Houston, TX (West Oaks area) :

Are you passionate about tax compliance and helping businesses navigate complex sales and use tax requirements? Join our team as a Sales & Use Tax Associate , where you'll play a key role in ensuring our clients meet their tax obligations accurately and efficiently.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering outstanding client service.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients undergoing a sales tax audit and/or appeal
• Assist in tax research related to sales and use tax matters, including nexus, exemptions, and taxability determinations.
• Maintain tax calendars to ensure timely filing and payment compliance.
• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure proper documentation is retained for audit readiness.
• Support clients during sales tax audits, including document preparation and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Assist in registration for sales/use tax permits across various states.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to internal teams and clients.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and improve compliance systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• compliance or accounting.
• Familiarity with tax research tools and multi-state sales/use tax laws.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Excel; experience with tax software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex, CCH, or similar) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• EA, CPA, or JD, must be acquired within 90 days of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77077 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77077: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person