Senior Tax Analyst
Description
Are you looking for a forward focus environment where you are continually challenged, and the atmosphere is affirming? Do you want to be a part of a team where you are often out of your comfort zone, but you wake up excited to go to work each day? How about a place where people are growing because they desire change and growth is modeled and expected?
WHO WE ARE:
Premier Trailer Leasing is a 'USA Today Top Work Place' and one of the largest trailer leasing and rental companies in the nation, specializing in long-term leasing and short-term rental services for over-the-road vans, flatbeds, refrigerated equipment and chassis with an inventory of 60,000 trailers and a growing network of locations across the United States. At Premier you will find an environment where you are seen, heard and valued. Join us and experience what it means to live a culture of C.A.R.E!
JOB SCOPE:
The Senior Tax Analyst position is accountable for managing the preparation of all sales & use returns (Multi-state), business personal property returns (Multi-state and county), state business account registration, G/L tax reconciliations, and 1099’s. This position will assist in all areas of the tax department as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Review, Prepare, and file sales and use tax, occupancy, excise, and other various tax returns across multiple taxing jurisdictions
- Review, Prepare, and file business personal property returns for all applicable states/counties in a timely manner
- Review, Prepare, and file annual tax reports and business licenses by state, as required
- Manage and maintain tax trackers and calendars
- Analyze returns and communicates trends of inconsistencies to Senior Tax Manager
- Assist and/or manage the reconciliation of all tax GL accounts in a timely manner
- Assist and/or manage internal audits and external audits by various tax authorities, including data analysis
- Analyze, configure, and update tax system
- Assist Senior Tax Manager with special projects
- Review and/or manage tax codes to all customers claiming exemption and maintains certificates where applicable
- Analyze and review outsourced tax preparation (Corporate returns)
- Recommend process improvements to help improve efficiencies of area of responsibility
- Assist and advise other departments within the company to prevent or resolve tax issues
- Stay up to date on current state and federal policies on taxation and be aware of any upcoming changes in tax law
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- High level of analytical ability for complex problem solving required
- Self-motivated, organized, resourceful and detail orientated
- Experience with general ledger accounting
- Requires ability to work independently while possessing interpersonal skills necessary to interact with others
- Ability to work under demanding time constraints while multi-tasking
- Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal English
- Ability to comprehend and adhere to all Premier Trailer Leasing policies, including those related to scheduling and attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and honesty and ethical conduct
EDUCTION & QUALIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Accounting or Business program required
- At least 4+ years of general tax experience
- At least 4+ years of direct sales and use tax return preparation in multi-state environment
- General knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
- Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills – Including Pivot Tables and Macros
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites - Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Great Plains a plus