Sr. Accountant, Sales and Use Tax

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Sr. Sales and Use Tax Accountantat our Corporate office in Richmond, Virginia. This position will be responsible for Sales and Use tax functions for North America. This includes tax compliance, sales tax inquiries and audits, as well as communication and collaboration, both internally and externally.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of sales and use tax returns and required payments.

Your additional responsibilities as the Sr. Sales and Use Tax Accountant will include:

• Review and analyze sales and use tax compliance process
  • Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, and adjust compliance procedures accordingly
  • Monitor and reconcile sales tax accounts and ensure appropriate documentation for exemptions and credits
  • Work within SAP and sales tax software to ensure sales and use tax are correctly calculated and reported
  • Oversee the sales tax exemption certificate system
• Assist with state tax inquiries and audits
  • Collaborate with external auditors during sales and use tax audits and provide requested documentation
  • Develop and implement internal controls to minimize tax-related risks and errors
  • Conduct periodic internal audits to identify potential compliance issues and rectify them
• Communication & collaboration
  • Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, providing guidance on sales and use tax matters
  • Collaborate with accounting, finance, and legal departments to ensure tax compliance in various business operations
  • Assist with resolving tax-related inquiries and issues from government authorities
  • Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide guidance on their resolution
  • Maintain detailed records and documentation related to tax transactions, filings, and correspondence

Skills/ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of public or corporate tax experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, tax compliance software (Vertex O-Series preferred) and experience with ERP software (SAP preferred)
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical, time management, and decision-making skills
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to multitask
• Willingness to cross-train in other areas of the tax team
• Understanding of concepts regarding tax laws and tax accounting practices and procedures
• Leadership and mentoring skills