Indirect Tax Specialist

About the Team/Role 

WEX Inc is seeking a self-driven and motivated Indirect Tax Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will primarily focus on state indirect tax matters, thus knowledge and experience with sales and use tax is critical to the role. Ideally this role will be located in Maine, with the option for Hybrid working in our Corporate Global Headquarters in Portland, Maine. For the right candidate, WEX is flexible for this role to work remotely within the US. 

How you'll make an impact

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in an innovative tax department that strives to create best-in-class processes and employ leading edge technologies. As part of the team, the candidate will:

• Manage and oversee preparation, submission and payment of US indirect tax returns on a monthly basis

• Manage relationships with third-party providers for indirect tax compliance and subject matter experts

• Oversee and manage the process of customer tax exemptions and the corresponding tax exemption certificates

• Responsible for managing indirect tax technology to drive automation within the tax processes and reduce risk of manual error

• Manage all indirect tax jurisdictional correspondence (exams and notices)

• Performs state tax research and analysis for new revenue streams and locations

Keep informed of tax laws, regulations, and rulings pertaining to indirect taxes.  Attends seminars and similarly instructional events to expand knowledge of tax laws and interpretations.

• Participate in special projects as dictated by the needs of the business. Opportunity to gain experience in state income tax matters as schedule allows.

Experience you'll bring 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline. 

• Minimum of 8-12+ years related indirect tax experience required. Experience managing all aspects of sales and use tax including management of tax notices and audits.

• Working knowledge of PC based application software with an emphasis on data management skills required, including experience with Alteryx and UiPath.   

• Experience with Avalara, CertifyTax and Thomson Reuters OneSource products (or similar) preferred.

• Strong accounting, analytical and problem solving skills.  

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and flexibility in methods of communication.

• Detail oriented; ability to multitask and work in a fast paced deadline driven environment.

The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section.

Pay Range: $97,000.00 - $129,000.00