Tax Accountant

We are looking for a Temporary Tax Accountant to support tax operations for a contract position based in Dallas, Texas. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can manage multi-state sales tax obligations with a high degree of accuracy. The role will contribute to timely filings, reliable tax records, and strong coordination across accounting activities in a service-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit multi-state sales tax filings accurately and within required deadlines.

• Use TaxJar and Avalara to manage sales tax data, reconcile filing details, and support compliance activities.

• Maintain tax-related accounting records by reviewing journal entries and ensuring general ledger accuracy.

• Assist with corporate tax processes by organizing documentation and supporting return preparation activities.

• Investigate filing variances, resolve discrepancies, and confirm that tax calculations align with source records.

• Work independently to prioritize deadlines, complete filings confidently, and uphold a high standard of accuracy.

• Partner with internal accounting stakeholders to gather required information and support ongoing tax reporting needs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field.

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience handling multi-state sales tax filings.

• Practical experience working with both TaxJar and Avalara.

• Strong knowledge of corporate tax support activities, including return preparation fundamentals.

• Experience preparing journal entries and working within the general ledger.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate results.

• Solid attention to detail and a consistent approach to meeting compliance deadlines.

Compensation

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