Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TaxValet is a certified B-Corporation focused on transforming negative emotions into positive experiences for clients through a comprehensive sales tax solution. They are seeking a Sales Tax Accountant to manage client sales tax filings, monitor tax variances, and assist with audits and special projects, all while contributing to the improvement of internal processes. Responsibilities Prepare and submit sales tax filings. You will work with the clients to ensure their sales tax data is accurate and in a format compatible with the tax software, prepare estimated liabilities, and submit sales tax filings on a monthly basis Monitor clients' tax collection variances. On a periodic (typically monthly) basis, you will monitor the variance between tax collected and the calculated liability due, determine any issues and work to resolve said issues with clients when possible Provide assistance to resolve time-critical issues. Many clients come to us with notices from state sales tax authorities regarding assessments, collections, and past due returns. You will work closely with clients to resolve these issues and get their filings current. This often involves working with sales tax authorities to help our clients Assist with special client projects. You will assist with submitting late or amended sales tax returns, managing audits, and updating clients' company information with the states Internal documentation, workflows, and processes. You will be a key player in updating internal documentation for new and/or more efficient filing and account management processes, workflows, and tools used Be the primary point of contact for your clients. Once clients leave the onboarding process, you will be their primary point of contact for all services. You will be responsible for ensuring consistent and adequate communication between the team and the clients regarding any issues, sales tax filings, projects, or requests Learn New Skills. You will continue to learn and advance your understanding of sales tax and related technical skills on an ongoing basis to advance your career and increase the value you bring to the team Skills 1-2 Years of Accounting Experience: You know the ropes when it comes to accounting. Your expertise helps keep things running smoothly Multi-Client Master: Juggling multiple clients? You've got it covered. You can manage different priorities like a pro while keeping everything organized and on track Excel/Google Sheets Guru: Whether it's complex formulas, pivot tables, or data analysis, you're a spreadsheet genius who can turn numbers into insights faster than a spreadsheet can load! You're detail-oriented and have a sharp eye for detail. You catch the little things that others miss and always deliver top-notch work You're great at analyzing data and uncovering insights that others might overlook You have excellent time management. Deadlines don't scare you! You're a time management pro, always prioritizing outcomes and ensuring everything gets done efficiently and effectively You're a multi-tasking pro! You can easily prioritize and balance competing demands, ensuring everything stays on track You're always a team player at heart, and you never hesitate to share your learnings with your team or apply learnings gained from your collaboration with others You know how to follow rules and processes, but you're also creative and think beyond the standard approach when necessary You're always eager to learn new skills and technologies excite you! You're always looking to expand your knowledge and grow professionally You're an effective and comfortable communicator. Whether it's writing, video chats, or phone calls, you communicate with ease and clarity in English You're effective in bringing order and clarity to complex and chaotic situations You are not afraid to challenge the status quo and speak up when something doesn't seem right. You're confident in voicing concerns and advocating for what's best for the team, clients, and TaxValet as a whole Bonus Points for US Sales Tax Knowledge and / or having your CPA: If you've got US sales tax experience up your sleeve, great! If not, no worries – we'll help you get there Benefits 43 days off per year. This includes 22 holidays per year, plus 21 days of PTO per year. Yes, seriously. 3 additional days off per year to volunteer with a non-profit organization of your choice. Company pays 100% of health, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, and 99% of dental and vision insurance. 401(k) Plan with generous company matching. We match 100% of up to a 3% contribution, and an additional 50% match on a 4-5% contribution. 100% Remote work with core working hours of 11 AM - 4 PM EST. The ability to participate in the company profit sharing program the year after your hire date (pending passing a financial literacy quiz.) Company Overview Navigating the labyrinth of sales tax is more than just an annoyance for e-commerce, SaaS, and other online sellers. It’s a major business challenge. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is