Sales Tax Accountant

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Sales Tax Accountant responsible for accurate sales tax reporting across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • California, Illinois, New York, Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40,000 - $55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales and use tax compliance, including preparation and filing of multi-state tax returns, while ensuring adherence to evolving regulations. Proficient in utilizing accounting systems and tax compliance software to analyze tax liabilities and support accurate reporting.

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Sales And Use Tax ComplianceMulti-State Tax Returns PreparationTax Compliance SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelResearch And Interpretation Of Tax Regulations

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Hard Skills

Sales And Use Tax ReportingTax Filings ManagementTax Law ResearchData AnalysisTax Liability Reporting

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Accounting SystemsTax Compliance Software

Industry Keywords

U.S. JurisdictionsTax RegulationsCompliance Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant sales and use tax reporting across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
Manage tax filings and support compliance with evolving tax regulations.
Monitor filing deadlines and ensure timely, accurate tax remittances.
Research and interpret state and local sales tax laws and regulatory changes.
Prepare reports and analyses related to sales tax liabilities, exposures, and compliance trends.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and IT to support accurate tax determination and reporting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience preparing and filing multi-state sales and use tax returns.
Experience using accounting systems and tax compliance software.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets and pivot tables.
Ability to research and interpret tax regulations.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Professional development
Remote work options