Tennessee Staffing
Indirect Tax Accountant
Our client, a leading company in the retail and manufacturing industry, is seeking an Indirect Tax Accountant to join their finance team onsite in Nashville, TN. This role will focus heavily on sales tax compliance, business license filings, and multi-state tax requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong knowledge of indirect tax regulations, attention to detail, and experience working in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and file sales and use tax returns across multiple states and jurisdictions.
- Manage and maintain business license applications, renewals, and compliance tracking.
- Research and interpret state and local tax laws to ensure proper application and compliance.
- Partner with internal departments (accounting, operations, legal) to gather necessary tax data and resolve discrepancies.
- Support tax audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Monitor legislative changes affecting indirect tax obligations in retail and manufacturing operations.
- Maintain accurate tax records and ensure deadlines are met.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in indirect tax compliance, with emphasis on sales tax and business licensing.
- Experience in multi-state retail and/or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with tax compliance software (Avalara, Vertex, or similar) and ERP systems.
- Strong understanding of state and local tax regulations.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.