Sales and Use Tax Accountant (Part-Time)

Position Summary The Sales & Use Tax Accountant will support the company's sales and use tax compliance activities, including preparing and reviewing tax reports, responding to customer tax inquiries, maintaining tax-related account information, and coordinating with third-party tax professionals. Key Responsibilities: Run monthly sales tax reports through Vertex and prepare supporting information for sales tax filings completed by the company's third-party provider.

Kforce has a client in Chesterfield, MO that is seeking a Sales and Use Tax Accountant . Position Summary The Sales & Use Tax Accountant will support the company's sales and use tax compliance activities, including preparing and reviewing tax reports, responding to customer tax inquiries, maintaining tax-related account information, and coordinating with third-party tax professionals. This position will work closely with RSM, the company's outsourced sales tax provider, to ensure required information is provided accurately and on schedule. Key Responsibilities:

• Run monthly sales tax reports through Vertex and prepare supporting information for sales tax filings completed by the company's third-party provider
• Prepare and send sales and use tax reports and supporting documentation to RSM
• Coordinate ongoing tax-related communication with RSM teams in the United States and Canada
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding sales tax, taxability, exemptions, and account-related tax questions
• Establish and maintain new customer or tax-related accounts as needed
• Run and review the R5 report approximately 4-5 times per month
• Assist with processing and reviewing Davidson and Sons invoices
• Prepare and manage Puerto Rico declaration documentation approximately every 6-8 weeks, ensuring required paperwork is completed accurately and timely
• Update spreadsheets, pull reports, and organize information used to support sales and use tax activities
• Assist with general tax accounting, account maintenance, reporting, and reconciliation activities
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation
• Work with internal teams to research and resolve sales tax questions or discrepancies
• Perform additional accounting and tax-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• Prior accounting, sales tax, or general tax experience preferred. Entry-level accounting candidates with relevant education or internship experience may also be considered
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, particularly updating spreadsheets, organizing data, and pulling or reviewing reports
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage recurring monthly responsibilities and time-sensitive reporting requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to respond professionally to customer and internal inquiries

Preferred Skills:

• Sales and use tax compliance experience
• Experience working with Vertex
• Experience with JD Edwards
• Familiarity with multi-state sales tax reporting and documentation
• Strong Excel and data-management skills