Indirect Tax Staff Accountant (Sales Tax)

JOB TITLE - Indirect Tax Staff Accountant (Sales Tax)

JOB SUMMARY
Provide indirect tax subject matter expertise to Matheson
Tri-Gas on tax technology initiatives. Specifically, this person will work with
members of the Indirect Tax Team here at Matheson and play an important role in
indirect tax improvement and compliance initiatives. This candidate will join our Indirect Tax
group assisting Matheson with compliance, controversy, and numerous other
projects for various Indirect Taxes, including but not limited to sales &
use tax, property tax, propane and excise taxes.
This position will also work on internal Tax Department
compliance initiatives including tax software implementations and business
license filings. As such, the ideal candidate must be able to work well with
cross-functional teams and be able to effectively communicate tax concepts to
non-tax professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
Work and liaise with customers to ensure proper exemption documentation is provided on their purchases from Matheson.
Review and approve sales tax exemption certificates from Matheson customers in the Vertex software.
Lead campaigns to gather expired certificates in various states and jurisdictions, annually based on expiration date/period.
Reconcile G/L accounts related to indirect taxes.
Work with outside consultants as needed on technology, compliance or improvement projects.
Adhere to current policies and procedures.
Seek opportunities to improve our internal tax processes, optimize costs and minimize risk.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of multi-state US sales and use taxes preferred.
Experience with Vertex software, and their suite of related products, and how they are utilized in the sales tax compliance process. (Plus)
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (or relevant experience).
1-2+ years of professional tax experience, preferably within a large professional service or corporate tax environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong research skills and experience with research software.
Strong work ethic, time management and organization skills.
Ability to work independently or as a team member
What We Offer:
On-the-job training to enhance your sales tax expertise.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A collaborative and professional work environment within the energy sector.
If you are looking for a challenging
and rewarding opportunity in indirect tax and meet the qualifications above, we
encourage you to apply!

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Associate's degree Preferred
but not required.
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
but not required.

WORK EXPERIENCE
1-3 years Experience with exemption certificates
and working internally analyzing use tax accruals. Working in an indirect tax
team in a collaborative environment. Knowledge of use tax rules and how use tax
is self-assessed and remitted through the compliance process - Preferred
1-2 years Alteryx
software suite - Preferred
1-3 years Experience
with sales tax audits. Experience in working with state and local authorities
to resolve outstanding sales tax issues - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Licenses and Certifications
CMI Certified
Member of the Institute

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Stationary Position - Frequently
Move/Traverse - Occasionally
Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently
Transport/Lifting - Occasionally
Transport/Carrying - Occasionally
Exerting Force/Pushing - Occasionally
Exerting Force/Pulling - Occasionally
Ascend/Descend - Occasionally
Balancing - Occasionally
Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally
Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally
Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally
Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Handling - Occasionally
Grasping - Occasionally
Feeling - Occasionally - Occasionally
Communicate/Talking - Occasionally
Communicate/Hearing - Occasionally
Repetitive Motions - Occasionally
Coordination - Occasionally

Travel Requirements
Estimated Amount 0%-5% - Travel
may be required but not anticipated.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that
complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected
veteran status. EOE AA
M/F/VET/Disability