Senior Tax Accountant - Sales And Use Tax (Remote)

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting Wesco’s Sales and Use Tax compliance, audits, tax provision, and tax planning. You may also assist in reviewing the work of more junior staff.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for internal and external Sales and Use Tax audits.
• Prepares complex Sales and Use Tax filings.
• Prepares intricate tax documentation.
• Research and document positions taken in the tax returns, including preparation of written memoranda.
• Maintain, update and enhance tax workplans and processes for compliance and financial reporting.
• Become proficient and utilize current technology/software solutions, such as Alteryx, Vertex, OneSource and others, to create efficiencies in data preparation and analysis.
• Monitor developments in tax law specific to your assigned team and assist in implementing changes required to comply and/or adapt to new laws/requirements.
• Ensure compliance and maintain internal controls under Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 for the tax compliance and planning processes ensuring no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses.
• Coach, train and mentor junior staff (i.e., interns, Tax Accountants) including review of work product prior to submission in limited circumstances.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations - CPA is preferred.
• Experience with Sales and Use Tax (3 years required; 5 years preferred)
• Experience with specialized tax software (Vertex, Alteryx, OneSource and exemption certificate management system) preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices and their application.
• Knowledge of pertinent tax laws, codes and regulations
• Must be able to multi-task, work independently, be self-motivated and demonstrate strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong office and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to research and analyze a variety of information.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Assembly of data and preparation of reports.

The expected salary range for this role is $71,400 - $92,820. This is the salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s compensation level within the range will be based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location, experience, relevant education, qualifications, skills, organizational needs, and performance. This position may be eligible to participate in the company’s incentive plan. Wesco provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401k Plan, and Paid Time Off.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Wesco") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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