United Community Bank

Indirect Tax Accountant

United Community Bank

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Mount Laurel • New Jersey • United States

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About the role

  • Prepare and file sales and property tax returns across multiple jurisdictions throughout the US.
  • Perform general ledger account reconciliations and prepare related journal entries.
  • File unclaimed property reports and ensure compliance with state regulations.
  • Verify and process property tax bills; upload data into the accounts receivable system.
  • Export/import customer data between tax systems, billing platforms, and Excel.
  • Respond to customer inquiries regarding tax bills in coordination with customer service.
  • Communicate professionally with taxing authorities via phone and email.
  • Maintain a nationwide tax calendar to ensure timely filings and payments.
  • Register with new taxing authorities and manage compliance documentation.
  • Conduct tax research related to sales and property tax issues.
  • Support month-end close and annual audit processes.
  • Support the Income Tax function by making estimated payments, filing extensions, and preparing import files to record changes to fixed assets.
  • Complete ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in a tax role, with emphasis on sales and property tax.
  • Experience in the financial services industry is preferred but not required.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and general ledger reconciliation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
  • Comfortable working with system interfaces and data transfers.
  • Familiarity with tax research tools such as Avalara Tax Research and Vertex.
  • Experience with the Property Tax Management System (“PTMS”) from TCI, Inc. is a plus.
  • Great Plains system experience is a plus.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check.
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Soft Skills
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