Indirect Tax Analyst
Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Indirect Tax Analyst to join our tax team. This role will be responsible for supporting the company’s compliance with indirect tax obligations, including sales and use tax, VAT/GST, excise taxes, and other transaction-based taxes. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and file timely and accurate indirect tax returns (e.g., sales & use tax, VAT, GST, excise, property tax, etc.)
- Reconcile tax accounts, research variances, and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
- Monitor tax law changes and assess their impact on the company’s operations and compliance
- Support external audits and inquiries by preparing workpapers and responding to tax authority requests
- Assist with indirect tax planning projects, including process improvements and system enhancements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, procurement, legal, operations) to ensure proper application of indirect taxes on transactions
- Review invoices, contracts, and procurement activities to ensure correct indirect tax treatment.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of indirect tax regulations in relevant jurisdictions
- Support implementation and maintenance of tax technology tools to improve efficiency and compliance
- Protect the security and privacy of Absolute and its customers
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field (CPA, Chartered Accountant, or similar certification a plus)
- 2–4 years of experience in indirect tax compliance, accounting, or related areas (public accounting or industry)
- Strong knowledge of U.S. sales & use tax and international VAT/GST regimes
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
- Experience with indirect tax software (e.g., Vertex, ONESOURCE, Avalara) preferred
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills for working across teams and with external stakeholders
The base pay range for this position is from CAD $85,000-95,000 annually; the base pay offered is determined by the market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our annual bonus program.
Absolute Security is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]