Sales and Use Tax Positions Available

Indirect Tax Research Analyst (Remote) - Tax Specialty: Indirect Taxes; Sales/Use, etc.). This position is responsible for providing tax and legal expertise for our software products. Research and interpret tax and case law, statutes, regulations and legislation and determine how it impacts Vertex products. Structure standard and complex tax content within Vertex products in a manner consistent with system architecture and platforms. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Determine how tax or rules impact Vertex products regarding the addition of new content or the maintenance of existing content. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal/external customers and stakeholders. Identify, understand, and communicate changes in the tax law or regulations that would have an impact on Vertex products. Monitor and analyze legislative/regulatory activities utilizing research tools from third party data providers, (such as CCH, Lexis-Nexis), and other sources of tax content and communicate/coordinate accordingly to ensure our content is in regulatory compliance. Test complex tax content and functionality within Vertex products and internal databases. Provide expertise and support for testing and implementing systems and/or process changes to support increased efficiencies or conformance with tax rules. Demonstrated ability to stage moderately complex tax content (eg. category, QC, etc.), within Vertex products in a logical manner that is consistent with system architecture and platforms. Populate databases to support various types of testing. Contribute to the development of requirements and needs of the Tax Research organization as it relates to tax content. solutions, and functionality. Understand and resolve complex customer issues and systems architecture to develop solutions. Perform quality assurance tasks following documented processes. Guide team members in the principles of agile, conducting agile ceremonies, and guiding teams towards continuous team improvement, (ex. functioning as an Agile Coach). Work closely with peers in the Research Management Team to develop and implement cohesive plans to increase Vertex's capacity and capability pertaining to Vertex's tax needs. Support a dynamic environment at Vertex, using agile methodologies, collaborating with other departments, contributing time, effort, and ideas. Enhance job knowledge by attending education workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies; developing an/or maintaining proficiency in the latest personal productivity tools is a plus, (ex. Alteryx, Power BI, etc.). Lead or participate in other operational and strategic projects or duties as assigned. Occasional travel may be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply professional concepts, experience and company objectives in order to perform an in-depth analysis of situations or data to resolve complex issues in creative ways. Ability to problem-solve. Expertise in a specific tax field/industry. Developing capability to teach, develop and train. Developing capability to understand how customers would use Vertex products or equivalent tax solution product. Developing capability in project management, estimation skills. Developing expertise in multiple tax fields/industry. Developing/ability for Compliance administration (Facilitate information between Vertex and Taxing Authorities). Developing capability to influence and create awareness skills. Ability to utilize time management and effectively communicating competing priorities. Ability to work without supervision. Latitude for independent decision making. Ability to listen and understand information and communicate the same. Strong communication (oral, written, presentation and facilitation) skills. Must be results oriented, customer focused, and exhibit good interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages is required. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, data science or similar degree required. Obtained or actively pursuing one or more of the following: Juris Doctorate (J.D.), masters in taxation, MBA, CMI, or CPA certification (active or inactive) preferred. O Series certification preferred. 5+ years in a multi-jurisdictional environment with emphasis in Indirect Tax. Industry or consulting experience a plus. Strong experience with research tools such as CCH, Lexis-Nexis, RIA, BNA, etc. Experience with Vertex or other tax engines a plus. Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. To apply click here. Date Posted: 1/21/2025 (IPT006)

Manager Sales/Use Tax Audits (Atlanta, Georgia; Remove/Virtual) - Home Depot is the largest home improvement retailer in the world. This position is responsible for managing a team of tax professionals in the overall achievement of the Tax Department's goals. Responsible for managing end to end sales tax controversy strategy and execution. Key Responsibilities: 60% Accounting, Research, Compliance, Audit Defense, and Government Relations as needed to meet the goals of the Department.  May serve as principal contact on one or more projects with governmental officials, outside counsel, and business partners.  Lead special studies to determine tax and legal risk implications of company operations. Responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely documentation of legal/technical analysis supporting ASC 450. 20% Participation on cross-functional teams serving as a subject-matter expert advisor. 20% Coaching and mentoring of associates in the department. Preferred Qualifications: 5-8 years’ experience preferred. CPA or CMI preferred but not required. Experience in tax legal matters including sales tax audit and controversy resolution, tax policy and legal research and analysis. Demonstrate technical tax skills appropriate for the years of experience in the one or more tax disciplines. Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage and implement multiple complex projects, people management, and communications to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven analytical and problem resolution skills. May be responsible in specific instances research, compliance, accounting and/or audit defense, as well as special projects and cross-functional teams. To apply click here. Date Posted: 1/13/2025 (IPT005)

Sales Tax Analyst – This is a remote/virtual position.  The successful candidate may occasionally be asked to join the rest of the team at headquarters in Miami, Florida for training or other business functions.  The Sales Tax Analyst is an integral member of the Operating Tax Team and is heavily involved in maintaining Ryder's sale and use tax policies, procedures and systems. The position assists with analyzing various transactions, researching the applicable sales and use tax law and making appropriate recommendations for tax planning or problems resolution.  Essential Functions: Maintain Ryder’s sales and use tax policies and procedures.  Respond to customer service-related sales and use tax issues.  Leverage technology to query and analyze data to assist with compiling reports needed to support compliance, audits and reverse audit projects.  Use analytical skills to identify process improvement opportunities.  Work with IT, A/P and other internal business partners to implement changes that lead to efficiencies.  Other projects as requested, including review and approve exemption certificates and update related systems.  Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.  Minimum of three years of relevant sales and use tax experience.  Strong understanding of US sales and use tax laws and GAAP.  A proven track record of conducting research and translating rules to business requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills a must, including the ability to explain sales and use tax laws, analyses, recommendations and solutions to team members, management and others within the Ryder organization. Commitment to focus on process improvements that will lead to efficient and accurate tax liabilities. Experience with systems such as RIA Checkpoint, Avalara Tax Research, Alteryx, Vertex Indirect Tax O Series, Thompson Reuter’s OneSource Determination.  Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel PowerPoint and Access.  Preferred Qualifications: CPA and/or Master’s degree.  Knowledge of Canadian GST/HST/PST/QST. Send resume to scott_wade@ryder.com. Date Posted: 1/10/2025 (IPT004)

U.S. Indirect Tax Compliance and Reporting Tax Analyst (Warren, Michigan) - Specialty: Indirect Tax (Sales, Use, Property, and Excise Tax). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Detroit, Michigan three times per week, at minimum. At General Motors, we have a vision of a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion and believe that our people are the driving force behind making this a reality.  The Global Finance team is essential to achieving our vision through the ability to generate insights that maximize profitability, minimize risk, and pave the way toward greater innovation.  At General Motors we value each person and seek to create a culture of inclusivity, integrity, boldness and innovation. The General Motors Global Tax and Customs department is a team of approximately 200 people focused primarily on GM’s strategic and most complex tax and trade matters.  We manage relationships with numerous external partners who perform many of our routine tax functions.  We aspire to be a trusted advisor to both internal partners and external stakeholders to whom we provide actionable, innovative advice in a straightforward manner.  To achieve these goals, we strive to empower team members through trust, flexibility, feedback, and career development. What You’ll Do:  Assisting in the compilation of Indirect tax transactional data for return compliance to ensure timely and accurate filings and payments. Reviewing Indirect tax accounting, accruals, and account reconciliations. Partnering with business units to support tax determinations on procurements. Performing real-time analytics on GM’s self-assessment of use tax on purchases. Supporting on-going system redesigns and projects from a tax perspective. Ensuring tax requirements are met on various GM new product initiatives. Compiling and analyzing support for Indirect sales and use tax audits. Researching regulatory requirements on sales and purchase transactions. Working on special cross-functional projects. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in taxation or accounting; other advanced degree or training. 2+ years of relevant large public accounting firm or private industry experience, including Indirect tax (sales and use, property, excise tax) experience. Ability to work effectively with Tax, Finance, Legal and other departments in the U.S. and other countries. Preferred Qualifications: CPA and/or Master’s degree in taxation or accounting; other advanced degree or training. Experience with a U.S. based multinational and Masters in Tax preferred. Demonstrated effective, analytical and problem-solving skills. To Apply click here. Date Posted: 1/7/2025 (IPT002)