Staff Accountant Indirect Tax & Licensing

General Summary

Assists with compliance requirements of federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding application of, filing of, and payment of business licenses and indirect taxes for over 80 Southern States Cooperative locations and over 45 Member Cooperative locations. Requires the ability to work independently, monitor filing requirements and meet deadlines for numerous locations in multiple states, to avoid penalties. Assists with account reconciliations and analysis as needed.

Essential Job Functions

File and/or direct the filings and payments of business licenses for the numerous Southern States Cooperative and Member Cooperative locations

Prepare and file personal property tax returns with state and local tax agencies

Remit payments of real estate and personal property taxes with considerations to efficiency while mindful of cash flow

Prepare sales and use tax returns as assigned

Promptly respond to various requests from operations, including sales tax exemption certificates

Prepare journal entries when needed and reconcile general ledger accounts as assigned

Field and assist with audit requests and preparation

Participate in ad hoc projects, research and analysis as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

One to two years of indirect tax experience preferred

Requirements

Ability to handle multiple tasks in conjunction with various tax filing deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and prioritize work

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Work Environment

Job functions are performed in an office environment

Physical Activities & Requirements

While performing the essential job functions of this position, the following is required:

Continuously Manual dexterity (fingers and hands), reach with Arms & Hands, Repetitive Motion Feet & Hands, Sit

Frequently Walk

Occasionally Balance, bend, drive, stand, twist back & neck, crouch, kneel, stoop

Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding day-to-day business operations.

Tools & Equipment

Computer, printer, phone