Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Job Location: Brandon, FL

Project Duration: 4+ Months

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for sales and use tax compliance matters for the Company and related general ledger accounting functions.
• This position will interact with the corporate tax department, Division Offices, and the Shared Services Centre personnel and provide assistance and support as needed.
• Preparation, review and timely filing of required sales/use tax returns (and similar returns) for the client's North American operations.
• Prepare and coordinate account analyses, journal entries, and reconciliations for month-end general accounting close for multiple divisions.
• Handle routine correspondence with states on sales tax matters.
• Provide the Corporate Tax Department in Atlanta the records required for state and local tax audits and provide assistance on audit matters as requested.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Standard Accounting Manual, and other Company policies and procedures.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned. Foundation Skills:
• Team Skills/Collaboration – Work effectively in a team environment, and across teams where necessary, to develop relationships throughout the Company and to work collaboratively.
• Project Management - Ability to manage multiple projects in a matrix type organization.
• Prioritization - Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, handle time pressures and ensure the timely completion of designated objectives. \
• Speaking and Writing - Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization, to clearly articulate relevant ideas, opinions and information.
• Analytical Skills- Ability to analyse information and provide clear and concise recommendations.
• Exercising Judgment -Ability to formulate alternatives and select the best course of action.

Required Skills

• Multi-State Sales/Use Tax experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• Experience should include account analysis or reconciliation and/or practical experience in the Sales & Use Tax area.
• SAP and Vertex experience is a plus. • Experience in the beverage industry is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong computer skills are essential, with proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Internet tax research tools.
• Flexibility to adjust work load and hours when necessary

Ishan Sharma

Tech Providers, Inc.

(404) 594-6193