Senior Sales Tax Accountant
Job Summary: The Senior Sales Tax Accountant is primarily responsible for timely and accurate compliance with multi-state and local tax laws while providing excellent internal customer service to our field and corporate operations. This position will also involve high-volume preparation of state and local sales and use tax returns monthly, as well as reconciliations of sales and use tax general ledger accounts.

Company Summary: Our global Fortune 500 client, with U.S. headquarters in Charlotte, NC, is a leader in its field with a strong presence across the nation. Celebrating almost 30 years in North America, this employee-focused company has received honors for diversity and inclusion, innovation, health and wellness, and company culture. CRG has successfully placed over 220 employees within the last 7 years within this organization, known for its continuous growth opportunities, fantastic benefits package, innovative technology, flexible work environment, and collaborative culture.

Location: Charlotte, NC - SW Charlotte (not far from South End or the Airport)
HYBRID Schedule:  REMOTE 2 days and Onsite 3 days
Company Benefits & Perks:

• 33.5 PTO Days: 4 weeks of Vacation/Sick Days + 12 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Half Days
• Gyms Onsite & a Medical Clinic Onsite
• Affordable Dental, Vision, & Health Insurance, as well as Pet Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
• 401K: 50% potential company match on the $1 up to 6%
• FREE Discount Program, Wellness Rewards, Lifestyle Health Coaching, & Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Prepare data and workpapers in order to file 100+ state and local sales and use tax returns monthly
• 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

Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in Accounting or Tax required
• CPA or CMI certification preferred, or CPA/CMI candidate preferred
• 2 to 5+ years of multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience required
• Experience working in sales tax at a public accounting firm or large corporation
• Proficient with Excel, SAP, and sales tax compliance software preferred
• detail-oriented, and team player with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to adjust to shifting priorities

Category Code: JN001, JN005