Senior Sales & Use Tax Accountant

Sr. Sales & Use Tax Accountant

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We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

The Sr. Sales and Use Tax Accountant reporting to the Indirect Tax Lead, will oversee the daily operations of Sales and Use Tax compliance, property tax, audits and tax projects. The Sr. Sales and Use Tax Accountant will be instrumental in developing and maintaining the department processes and standards while implementing continuous improvements. This position will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Sales and Use Tax Group.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Oversee sales and use tax and property tax returns for all legal entities from compile source data to reviewing filed tax returns. Work with business units, IT, third party consultants to compile accurate data effectively. Ensure data ties to general ledger and payment request from third party preparers.
• Perform tax research and provide taxability guidance to stakeholders.
• Write desktop procedures to document processes and modify as needed.
• Review sales contracts and procurement contracts to identify sales tax issues, and recommend solutions.
• Review transactions for applicable Use Tax and post related journal entries.
• Ensure compliance responsibilities in all states and businesses, evaluate state regulations and acceptable accounting practices, provide service to internal and external customers, and evaluate complete assignments for conformance with applicable policies, regulations and tax laws.
• Complete sales and use tax audits. Work with auditors from notice of intent to audit to completion. Modify taxability in tax systems as needed based on findings.
• Identify and implement process improvements in the Sales and Use Tax Department.
• Ensure financial reports are prepared and paid accurately and timely in order to avoid penalties.
• Maintain assigned GL account reconciliations while preventing financial risk to the company.
• Assist in various departmental projects, taking a lead role in planning, coordinating and facilitating projects through their completion.
• Other duties as assigned.

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At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.