Sales & Use Tax Analyst at United Rentals
Stamford, CT
About the Job
Great company
Great people
Great opportunities.If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a Sales & Use Tax Analyst, you will assist with company exemption certificate management process and the research and analysis of state and local indirect tax laws
Ensure tax calendar for sales and use tax filings, licenses and permits is maintained to reflect current filing requirements
Compile, analyze, and research data for business licenses, sales tax return compliance and audits
Work with business units to ensure timely, complete, and accurate information is obtained and provided to support tax return filings.What you'll do:Explain taxability position for variety of issues and all states in a clear and concise manner to branches, credit reps, and external customersMaintain a high standard of customer service when fielding phone calls and emails from internal and external sources regarding taxability, exemption certificates, invoice tax rates and sales tax processesAssist with research regarding product taxabilityExemption certificate management:Review and analysis of certificate validation by third party provider; conduct research and obtain any additional documentation needed, based upon analysis of various state sales tax rules governing exemption certificatesDetermine good faith acceptance using state statutory standards and company policyCorrespond with customers, branches and credit offices by providing clear and concise communication explaining the Sales Tax Department's exemption certificate processes and specific exemption determinationsChange and monitor tax flags in ERP system (RentalMan)Electronically store and maintain pertinent documentation and/or exemption certificates, following company procedures and policiesMonitor and retain business operation notifications:Work with third party for the timely preparation, review, and filing of registration or occupation business license applications and renewalsStore business licenses electronically and forward copies to the pertinent branch and/or regional officeUpdate compliance calendar to ensure future registration and reporting obligations are met on timeRespond to inquiries from branches, business units and jurisdictions in a timely mannerWork with acquired companies to ensure that new business operations are in compliance with local licensing rules and regulationsClosely work with compliance team to identify jurisdictions where UR may need to register for sales & use tax purposesMaintain accurate address/contact information for all tax jurisdictionsIssue and monitor sales tax credit memos:Review approved exemption certificates and cross reference with customer and transaction data to support memo issuanceRun comparison reports and analyzing the results to remove questionable transactionsEnsure compliance and identifying any issuance errorsRespond to customer and branch inquiries on memosAssist with monthly sales and use tax compliance process:Assist Sales Tax Senior Analyst and Manager with monthly reconciliation process, internal audit requests, sales tax audit information requests and sales tax return reconciliationsReconcile the transactional tax balance sheet accounts and income statement accounts on a monthly basis to ensure automated journal entries for accruals and payments are timely, accurate, and completeReview and execute funding requests
Reconcile payments to the company's general ledger accountsOther duties as assignedRequirements:BS degree in accounting, finance or business, or comparable work experience1-2 years sales tax experience with a multi-state corporation, accounting or law firm preferredExperience with accounting and tax systems (RentalMan/Lawson preferred)Highly organized with strong analytical skills and able to excel in a fast paced environmentStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly with ExcelSense of urgency, team player and ability to work independently when requiredExcellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skillsDesire to learn new skills and processesExperience in leasing/rental industry helpfulWhy join us?We don't just ""talk the talk!"" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family
In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:Paid Parental LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureLearn more about our full US benefit offerings here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture
United Rentals, Inc
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email
The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success
With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities
The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
Great people
Great opportunities.If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a Sales & Use Tax Analyst, you will assist with company exemption certificate management process and the research and analysis of state and local indirect tax laws
Ensure tax calendar for sales and use tax filings, licenses and permits is maintained to reflect current filing requirements
Compile, analyze, and research data for business licenses, sales tax return compliance and audits
Work with business units to ensure timely, complete, and accurate information is obtained and provided to support tax return filings.What you'll do:Explain taxability position for variety of issues and all states in a clear and concise manner to branches, credit reps, and external customersMaintain a high standard of customer service when fielding phone calls and emails from internal and external sources regarding taxability, exemption certificates, invoice tax rates and sales tax processesAssist with research regarding product taxabilityExemption certificate management:Review and analysis of certificate validation by third party provider; conduct research and obtain any additional documentation needed, based upon analysis of various state sales tax rules governing exemption certificatesDetermine good faith acceptance using state statutory standards and company policyCorrespond with customers, branches and credit offices by providing clear and concise communication explaining the Sales Tax Department's exemption certificate processes and specific exemption determinationsChange and monitor tax flags in ERP system (RentalMan)Electronically store and maintain pertinent documentation and/or exemption certificates, following company procedures and policiesMonitor and retain business operation notifications:Work with third party for the timely preparation, review, and filing of registration or occupation business license applications and renewalsStore business licenses electronically and forward copies to the pertinent branch and/or regional officeUpdate compliance calendar to ensure future registration and reporting obligations are met on timeRespond to inquiries from branches, business units and jurisdictions in a timely mannerWork with acquired companies to ensure that new business operations are in compliance with local licensing rules and regulationsClosely work with compliance team to identify jurisdictions where UR may need to register for sales & use tax purposesMaintain accurate address/contact information for all tax jurisdictionsIssue and monitor sales tax credit memos:Review approved exemption certificates and cross reference with customer and transaction data to support memo issuanceRun comparison reports and analyzing the results to remove questionable transactionsEnsure compliance and identifying any issuance errorsRespond to customer and branch inquiries on memosAssist with monthly sales and use tax compliance process:Assist Sales Tax Senior Analyst and Manager with monthly reconciliation process, internal audit requests, sales tax audit information requests and sales tax return reconciliationsReconcile the transactional tax balance sheet accounts and income statement accounts on a monthly basis to ensure automated journal entries for accruals and payments are timely, accurate, and completeReview and execute funding requests
Reconcile payments to the company's general ledger accountsOther duties as assignedRequirements:BS degree in accounting, finance or business, or comparable work experience1-2 years sales tax experience with a multi-state corporation, accounting or law firm preferredExperience with accounting and tax systems (RentalMan/Lawson preferred)Highly organized with strong analytical skills and able to excel in a fast paced environmentStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly with ExcelSense of urgency, team player and ability to work independently when requiredExcellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skillsDesire to learn new skills and processesExperience in leasing/rental industry helpfulWhy join us?We don't just ""talk the talk!"" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family
In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:Paid Parental LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureLearn more about our full US benefit offerings here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture
United Rentals, Inc
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email
careers@ur.com
for assistance.At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their familiesThe values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success
With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities
The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
