Sales & Use Tax Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Sales & Use Tax Staff Accountant to join a contract assignment supporting a real estate investment trust. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can quickly step into a multi-state environment, evaluate transaction-level tax treatment, and maintain strong supporting documentation across jurisdictions. The role calls for someone who is comfortable working independently, navigating varying state and local sales and use tax rules, and contributing effectively in a fast-moving business setting.

Responsibilities:
• Analyze transaction records to determine appropriate sales and use tax treatment across multiple states and local jurisdictions.
• Research tax rules, filing requirements, and nexus considerations to support accurate compliance decisions for different legal entities.
• Review and organize exemption certificates, legal support, and other tax documentation needed to substantiate tax positions.
• Prepare and support sales and use tax return activities, helping ensure filings are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Work within RealPage Operations and jurisdiction-specific online tax portals to perform reviews, validate information, and maintain compliance records.
• Record and reconcile tax-related journal entries and general ledger activity connected to indirect tax matters.
• Monitor changing legislative and regulatory requirements that may affect taxability, reporting, or documentation obligations.
• Provide direct support for ongoing tax compliance needs during a period of organizational change, taking ownership of assigned responsibilities with minimal ramp-up time.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with multi-state sales and use tax analysis in a corporate tax or public accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of state and local tax jurisdictions, taxability rules, and documentation standards for indirect tax compliance.
• Ability to interpret tax laws and apply them accurately to transactional data across multiple legal entities.
• Experience preparing or supporting sales tax returns, use tax reviews, and related compliance processes.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and tax-related accounting impacts.
• Familiarity with RealPage or similar systems, along with confidence using online tax portals and research tools.
• Proven ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and manage responsibilities effectively in a contract assignment.

Compensation

$28.50-$33.00 Hourly

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