Staff Accountant Opportunity
We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Franklin, Wisconsin. This long-term contract position focuses on sales and use tax compliance, general ledger reconciliations, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions. If you excel in accounting processes and enjoy working with data, this opportunity is tailored for you.
Responsibilities :
- Prepare and submit monthly sales and use tax returns for multiple states and local jurisdictions.
- Validate and reconcile sales tax data to ensure accurate and timely filings.
- Perform general ledger reconciliations related to tax accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Analyze transaction data to assess taxability and verify proper application of tax rates.
- Manage and update tax exemption certificates in alignment with company policies.
- Support month-end closing activities by preparing reconciliations and schedules for tax accounts.
- Collaborate with internal teams to address sales tax inquiries and provide data as needed.
- Maintain compliance with state and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping.
- Assist the Tax Manager and contribute to a cohesive tax team environment.
Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on sales and use tax compliance or general ledger reconciliation.Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to manage recurring filing cycles and meet deadlines consistently.Knowledge of multi-state tax regulations and corporate accounting practices.Excellent problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.Comfortable working onsite in Franklin, Wisconsin, as part of a collaborative team environment.