Senior Automation and Transaction Tax Accountant

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Automation/Transaction Accountant to join our tax team. This role is responsible for supporting all aspects of tax compliance, including sales tax, use tax, and other transaction-based taxes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in indirect tax, a passion for leveraging technology, and a proactive approach to process improvement and cross-functional training.

 

What You'll be Doing:

• Evaluate current indirect tax processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Partner with IT and finance teams to optimize ERP and tax engine integrations (e.g., Vertex, SAP, Ariba).
• Leverage data automation and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx, UiPath) to enhance tax reporting and compliance accuracy and efficiency.
• Support tax audits and responses to inquiries from tax authorities.

• Train and mentor junior tax team members on indirect tax concepts, tools, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for internal stakeholders, including finance, procurement, and business units.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on business initiatives, system implementations, and tax implications of transactions.
• Provide transaction tax guidance on contracts, new products, and business expansion.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or Masters Degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in indirect tax, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Proficiency with tax automation tools (e.g., Vertex, Avalara) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Advanced data analytics and automation tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.