Senior Indirect Tax Accountant at DISH

DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile. 

Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.

We’re seeking a motivated Senior Indirect Tax Accountant to join our team.  This person will be a primary point of contact for our Indirect/Telecom Tax audits and contribute to the research, analysis and documentation of company tax planning initiatives. They will continuously review current taxability setups and provide recommended changes as needed. This is an exciting opportunity to work with complex tax issues which have high visibility to senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to Indirect/Telecom Tax audit notices and document requests
• Manage Indirect/Telecom Tax audit process (working as a primary point of contact for the auditor)
• Gather and generate historical data to support tax returns
• Identify tax savings and prepare refund claims
• Conduct tax research for Indirect/Telecom goods and services
• Perform system testing to ensure proper taxability
• Review company purchasing activity for proper Indirect Tax treatment
• Process and document customer tax exemption requests
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding the taxes we charge
• Interact and collaborate effectively with other members of the Tax Department, operating divisions, corporate accounting, etc.
• Special projects as assigned

Education Requirements:

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited university

Experience Requirements:

• Ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience dealing with Indirect tax audits in a Multi-State environment. Telecom experience is preferred, but not required
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data is a must, along with excellent MS Excel and written and verbal communication skills

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. 

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.