Sales Tax Analyst

Sales Tax Consultant (6 months, Fully Remote)

The Sales Tax Consultant (Consultant) supports US Retail internal sales and use tax compliance operations. This role focuses on maintaining accurate sales tax and licensing records, setting up and maintaining customer resale certificates, preparing back period returns, and assisting with the resolution of state and local tax notices.

• US Sales & Use Tax Compliance
  • Prepare and file US sales and use tax returns for back periods as needed.
  • Review transaction data for taxability and ensure proper application of US sales and use tax rules.
  • Maintain accurate internal documentation and compliance records.
  • Gather proper sales tax backup for returns that is not currently saved in internal files to ensure readiness for potential audit.
• Licensing & Registration Support
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive list of US sales tax licenses and non-physical location business licenses.
  • Ensure that automated internal email reminders are set up for periodic renewals.
  • Timely renewal of sales tax licenses and business licenses for all states that impose sale
  • Assist with new registrations or updates to existing accounts when required.
  • Coordinate with Vertex Compliance and Registration Teams for new US sales tax registrations.
• Customer Resale Certificate Management (future task)
  • Set up and maintain customer resale certificates, ensuring all documentation is complete and properly stored.
  • Monitor certificate expiration dates and request updated documentation as needed.
  • Ensure customer resale certificates meet state-specific requirements for audit readiness.
• Tax Notice Handling
  • Review incoming US state and local sales tax notices.
  • Identify required actions and elevate issues when necessary.
  • Draft responses or gather supporting documentation for resolution.

• Sales tax–related projects, as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in US sales and use tax compliance within a larger organization.
• Experience working with all US states that impose sales tax.
• Familiarity with multi-state US sales tax rules and customer resale certificate requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and project-based tasks independently.

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to follow established procedures