Senior Indirect Tax Analyst

Prepare and complete tax returns and reports involved with state and local sales/use, provincial, and other tax liabilities. Maintain knowledge of all state and local sales/use, and provincial tax laws affecting the company. Review proposals for tax implications and recommend actions that meet the business plans while overseeing the tax liability. Assist with international, non-U.S. transaction tax guidance. Assist with tax implications of mergers/acquisitions/due diligence as needed. Provide direction and technical guidance to internal and external customers.ResponsibilitiesPreparation of state/local/provincial sales/use tax returns, various other tax filings, and related research activities.Conduct complex tax compliance activities and support tax-planning projects.Verify the accuracy of the general ledger sales tax accrual accounts, as well as the monthly divisional data including tax accrued on A/P & fixed assets as well as exempt sales. Oversee the complex taxing requirements of all customers. Ensure proper documentation exists for all exempt customers.Ensure proper documentation exists for all miscellaneous charges included on invoices. Storage, freight, and numerous other services must be set up accurately by state to avoid substantial audit assessments.Assist in ensuring the proper collection and payment of sales/use taxes through the maintenance of various tax programs.  Prepare, review, and negotiate claims for sales tax refunds.Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.Lead in handling state and local tax audits.Review tax work of staff members.Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of state/provincial sales tax laws, legislation, and current developments.Recognize and anticipate tax issues; make recommendations and work to resolve them.Initiate and act as team lead in various tax-related projects.  Mentor junior-level team members.