Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Tax Accountant – Maternity Leave Coverage (3–4 Months)

Our client is seeking a Tax Specialist to join their team on a contract basis to provide coverage during a maternity leave beginning in October. This role offers a hybrid schedule (in-office Tuesday–Thursday) and involves supporting tax compliance across multiple states and entities.

Position Summary

The Contract Tax Accountant will assist with the preparation, filing, and compliance of income, franchise, property, sales, and use taxes across 15 states and 52 locations. The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to navigate state tax websites, and proficiency with Excel (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables). This position will also support tax provisions, general ledger coding, and assist with notices and audits as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file state and local tax returns (income, sales/use, franchise, property, and commercial taxes).
• Monitor and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Pull financial reports, process GL codes, and maintain documentation for filings.
• Assist with property tax notices and work with consultants/vendors to ensure accurate and timely filings.
• Support quarterly and annual tax provisions, audits, and notices.
• Collaborate with accounting and cross-functional teams on tax compliance and reporting.
• Utilize Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) to analyze and reconcile tax data.
• Manage and track deadlines on the tax calendar to ensure timely submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5+ years of tax accounting experience with exposure to multi-state tax compliance.
• Strong knowledge of sales/use tax, property tax, income/franchise tax, and tax provisions.
• Experience processing and filing across multiple entities and states.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs required).
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

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