Sr. Tax Accountant

Description

We are looking for a Sr. Tax Accountant to join a Contract engagement supporting a corporate tax team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position centers on indirect tax work, with additional involvement in direct tax activities, audit response, and account analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, a practical problem-solving approach, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage indirect tax compliance activities, including sales and use tax filings, audit support, and related account analysis.

• Compile, review, and organize documentation needed for current and upcoming state sales tax examinations.

• Investigate tax notices and prepare responses related to registrations, account updates, and other state compliance matters.

• Support annual unclaimed property reporting by preparing filings and tracking key submission deadlines.

• Prepare and review select state income and franchise tax returns as business needs require.

• Reconcile tax accounts, identify unresolved variances, and help clear outstanding items accurately and efficiently.

• Contribute to quarterly and year-end direct tax compliance efforts in coordination with the broader tax function.

• Assist with tax payment process updates and banking-related transition activities to help maintain timely remittances.

• Partner with external tax service providers and internal stakeholders to support reporting, compliance, and audit requirements.

• Research tax questions, analyze financial information, and provide informed recommendations backed by clear documentation.

Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of corporate tax experience, including substantial exposure to indirect tax matters.

• Background supporting sales and use tax compliance and responding to state tax audits.

• Familiarity with unclaimed property filing requirements and related reporting processes.

• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and tax research capabilities.

• Proficiency with Excel and enterprise-level accounting or financial systems.

• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple deadlines in a remote setting.

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