Robert Half
A fast-growing manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Accountant with strong expertise in sales tax and personal property tax across multiple states. This role will be the go-to for indirect tax compliance and reporting in 35+ states and will also support payroll (training provided), month-end close, and financial reporting. If you're detail-oriented, analytical, and enjoy both hands-on work and cross-functional collaboration, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
Tax Compliance & Strategy
+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements (sales & use, property, income, payroll, gross receipts, etc.).
+ Prepare and file sales tax returns and drive full automation in Avalara Avatax.
+ Monitor tax law changes, research inquiries/audits, and liaise with tax authorities.
+ Partner with external tax advisors on provisions, accounting method reviews, and financial reporting.
+ Provide tax insights to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
+ Identify tax savings opportunities and communicate implications to leadership.
+ Support international tax matters, including transfer pricing, subsidiary guidance, and intercompany coordination.
Payroll & Compensation
+ Oversee payroll processing, accruals, and related internal controls (training provided; General Accounting & Reporting
+ Perform month-end close: journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations (cash, payroll, intercompany, debt, etc.).
+ Ensure general ledger accuracy and timely closing activities.
+ Review financial data for completeness and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
+ Assist with audit requests and prepare supporting schedules.
+ Maintain internal controls and identify process improvements.
Compliance & Process Improvement
+ Support SOX compliance (if applicable) through documentation and control testing.
+ Research and apply technical accounting guidance as needed.
+ Assist in implementing new accounting standards and policy updates.
+ Participate in special projects, including system integrations, process enhancements, and account cleanups.
Work closely with FP& A, AP, AR, and other departments to ensure data integrity.
+ Provide financial insights, trend analysis, and decision support.
+ Support business initiatives and other duties as assigned.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Kathy Beavers at Robert Half, see contact information on LinkedIn.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
+ Big 4 or national public accounting/audit experience is highly valued.
+ 3-5 years of corporate accounting experience, ideally in a global or manufacturing/gaming environment.
+ Strong knowledge of general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
+ Experience with ERP systems (SAGE, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite); Advanced Excel proficiency.
+ Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
+ We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. net for more information.
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