Senior Analyst, Sales & Property Tax

IHG Hotels & Resorts

Sales & Property Tax Analyst responsible for filing tax returns and managing property taxes for hotels. Collaborating with teams on audits and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in filing Sales, Use, and Hotel related tax returns while ensuring compliance with state and local statutory requirements. Strong analytical skills for identifying discrepancies and conducting tax audits, along with effective communication with internal teams and external tax authorities.

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Sales Tax ComplianceProperty Tax ManagementTax AuditingPeopleSoft ProficiencyAnalytical Problem Solving

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Hard Skills

Sales Tax ReturnsUse Tax ReturnsHotel Tax ReturnsTax AuditsRoot-Cause AnalysisTax Compliance ToolsTax RegistrationsBusiness LicensesE.R.P. SystemsFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationConcise WritingAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate DegreeBachelor's DegreeTechnical Institute Degree/Certificate

Industry Keywords

Sales TaxUse TaxProperty TaxBusiness LicensesTax ComplianceStatutory RequirementsTax VariancesAccount ReconciliationTax Information RequestsMultiple Jurisdictions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

act as part of a team to file Sales, Use and Hotel related tax returns
partner with a 3rd party tax provider regarding the management of Property Taxes (Real & Personal)
conduct related tax audits, and process transactions in accordance with state and local statutory requirements
identify discrepancies, clear errors, and perform root-cause analysis
contribute to the continuous improvement of all areas in process scope
administer, review, and analyze sales, use and hotel related tax returns for owned and / or managed hotels
assist with research, audits, and planning projects
analyze return transactions and notify hotels and business support of any tax variances
maintain tax files for assigned hotels following state and local tax law
respond to requests for tax information by internal customers and taxing authorities to resolve tax issues
communicate with corporate accounting groups and hotel team members on account reconciliations
review the tax calendar for accurate due dates, registration numbers and filing requirements
assist with the maintenance of tax compliance tools, making corrections and updates on monthly basis to stay current with all law changes, rate changes, etc.
complete tax registrations, business licenses and liquor license registrations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree or technical institute degree/certificate or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience.
2 to 4 years’ progressive work related experience with demonstrated proficiency and understanding in one or more functions related to the position.
Demonstrated knowledge of People Soft or other E.R.P. system’s finance, accounting, and tax software
Demonstrates clear, concise, and succinct communication skills including adapting both verbal and written communication to the needs and level of the user.
Demonstrates strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Familiarity with sales/use tax, property tax, and business licenses in multiple jurisdictions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

impressive room discounts across our many properties
recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year
through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace
unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference