| Location | Tempe, AZ |
POSITION SUMMARYThe Senior Fuel Tax Accountant is responsible for supporting the Companys federal state provincial county and local motor fuel tax compliance programs. This role serves as a key contributor to fuel tax reporting tax technology initiatives compliance process improvement audit management and financial reporting activities. The position partners with Fuel Accounting Operations IT Finance offshore support teams and third-party vendors to ensure accurate tax reporting timely payments strong internal controls and compliance with evolving fuel tax regulations. This role also provides oversight and guidance to offshore resources and supports continuous improvement initiatives through automation data analytics and system enhancements.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSReview prepare and submit federal state provincial county and local motor fuel tax returns related schedules and related reports.Ensure timely filing of returns and remittance of tax payments across applicable jurisdictions.Oversee fuel tax compliance activities performed by offshore support teams and provide technical guidance as needed.Review tax calculations adjustments credits refunds environmental fees and allowances to ensure accuracy and compliance.Prepare and review monthly fuel tax accruals journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.Analyze fuel tax liabilities research variances and identify unusual trends or exceptions requiring follow-up.Partner with Fuel Accounting and Finance teams to support accurate month-end quarter-end and year-end close activities.Utilize ERP fuel management and tax software systems to validate reporting accuracy and support compliance workflows.Analyze large fuel transaction data sets to identify reporting exceptions compliance risks and process improvement opportunities.Support enhancements to fuel tax reporting processes through automation reporting tools data validation routines and system improvements.Participate in testing implementation and optimization of tax technology platforms integrations and reporting processes.Manage fuel tax audits refund claims regulatory inquiries and jurisdictional notices including collection and submission of supporting documentation.Research complex fuel tax matters and prepare technical analyses recommendations and supportable conclusions.Evaluate compliance risks and recommend corrective actions process changes or control improvements.Maintain accounting controls by following SOX procedures tax governance standards and internal control requirements.Respond to tax questions from internal and external stakeholders by researching and interpreting federal state provincial county and local tax regulations.Develop and maintain process documentation standard operating procedures training materials and review checklists.Mentor and support junior team members and offshore resources by providing guidance feedback and technical support.Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve operational accounting system and compliance issues.Support strategic indirect tax projects and other fuel tax initiatives as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree in Accounting Finance Tax Business or related field preferred. Other combinations of experience and education may be considered.Three or more years of motor fuel tax excise tax indirect tax or related tax experience preferred.Experience with multi-jurisdictional fuel tax compliance return preparation payments audits or notices.Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets reconciliations and reporting tools.Experience with Avalara PDI SAP Oracle Power Query Power BI or similar ERP tax or reporting platforms preferred.Understanding of internal controls SOX requirements and financial close processes.Strong analytical problem-solving organizational and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and work effectively across departments and external partners.Demonstrated ability to support process improvement automation and tax technology initiatives.Strong team player with the ability to mentor junior team members and offshore resources.Job duties may change with or without notice.LI-WM1 Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act the ADA and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Companys Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.Click below to review information about our companys use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibilityIn EnglishIn Spanish