State and Local Tax Assistant

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span data-contrast="auto">The <strong>State and Local Tax</strong></span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Department</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"><strong> </strong>of one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the country is seeking a <strong>Tax Assistant</strong></span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;who </span><span data-contrast="none">is motivated to learn, excited to collaborate and passionate about delivering outstanding results</span><span data-contrast="auto">. This individual will have a direct impact on our firm’s mission of serving as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As a Tax Assistant with the State &amp; Local Tax Department, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional client service and meeting the compliance needs of clients. Your primary duties will include the timely filing and preparation of sales/use tax returns related to the client’s business operations, as we are operating as their tax function. Client compliance is a key responsibility of this role to avoid penalties and the danger of losing city/state licenses. This person must demonstrate the ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously. The Tax Assistant role requires the ability to work independently, be flexible, and demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality, all while being a team player. The successful candidate should also possess the desire and ability to maintain strong client relations and cross sell the firm’s other services.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure timely and accurate filing of client tax returns; deadlines vary by client but range from monthly, quarterly, and yearly</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Extracting and importing reports and data using applicable client databases</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Formatting reports and data as needed for future use, which may include managing the data integrity with regular maintenance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Preparation of sales/use tax returns, as well as filing and collection of payment on time by the due date&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist in completing registration applications for various state/local taxes along with completion and submission of applicable documents</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Help with additional client needs such as identifying tax opportunities and preparing refund claims</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Perform tax research, scheduling, or assist in tax planning as needed</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist with other sales/use tax projects as assigned, including multi-state tax projects that may include refund reviews, tax compliance, nexus reviews, voluntary disclosures, audit defense, and assessment appeals&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Provide various support to facilitate marketing opportunities&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, primarily Excel required</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to learn tax filing skills, basic sales tax concepts, and tax/other software as needed</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong planning and organization skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Detail-oriented</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Able to adapt to changing regulations while staying consistent</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Comfortable working overtime as needed. Specific overtime requirements will be discussed during an interview process.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Your Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">1-2 years of sales/state tax exposure</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Basic understanding of sales and use tax preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Property tax knowledge preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">High school diploma or GED equivalent required</span></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">The stated pay scale reflects the range that Anders reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The actual pay rate for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and firm business practices.</span></p></div><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$45,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$55,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #661432;"><strong>Why You’ll Love Working Here:</strong></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">At Anders, taking care of our employees is a top priority. Our welcoming and collaborative culture will make you feel like a part of the team from day one. From professional development opportunities to benefits that directly impact mental, physical and financial wellness, Anders offers unique incentives that enrich your life and facilitate growth, including our Work Flex program which gives you the opportunity to work at our Chesterfield office, our Downtown St. Louis office, remotely, adopt a hybrid approach or even switch between these options as you prefer. Learn more about our full benefit offerings, Work Flex program, and our Inclusion Network at our careers page: <a href="https://anderscpa.com/careers/working-at-anders/">anderscpa.com/careers/working-at-anders/</a></span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="eop" style="color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship. </span></span><span class="eop"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"> </span></span><span class="eop"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></span></span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="normaltextrun"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">For 60 years, Anders has delivered full-service accounting, tax, audit and advisory services to growth-oriented companies, organizations and individuals. Every day, our partners and staff serve as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential and carry this mentality on to our clients and community. Ranked #75 on Accounting Today’s List of Top Accounting Firms and continually named a Top Workplace, Anders is a member firm of LEA Global, one of the largest international associations of independent accounting firms. For more information on Anders, visit anderscpa.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram: @AndersCPA </span></span><span class="eop"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><em>If you have questions about the data we collect and how it's used, view the <a href="https://anderscpa.com/privacy-policy-2/?/" target="_blank">Anders Privacy Policy</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</em></span></span></p></div>