Tax Associate - Indirect Tax - National Gypsum

JOB SUMMARY:

The Tax Associate – Indirect Tax will report to the Tax Manager – Planning & Compliance. This role will be responsible for the proactive management of National Gypsum’s sales and use tax, GST/HST tax and property tax compliance obligations. This role will act as a tax department liaison and advocate on indirect tax issues impacting the company.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):

• Coordinate the sales and use tax compliance process through the compilation of data for a third-party vendor to prepare sales and use tax returns
• Coordinate the property tax compliance process through the compilation of data for a third-party vendor to prepare property tax returns
• Prepare the GST/HST returns for the company’s Canadian subsidiaries
• Prepare annual renewals of the company’s business licenses
• Maintain indirect tax filings via a monthly electronic calendar
• Participate in the monthly accounting close process via the preparation of journal entries to accurately account for indirect tax liabilities.
• Perform indirect tax general ledger account reconciliations
• Perform research and consult on various tax matters utilizing tax related software
• Keep abreast of changing indirect tax laws and incorporate changes into the indirect tax compliance process
• Handle inquiries from various taxing authorities as well as from internal and external customers
• Coordinate and timely resolve indirect tax state audits initiated by taxing authorities
• Work with third party consultants who perform reverse sales and use tax audits in an attempt to identify refunds and overpayments of tax
• Work with third party consultants to proactively negotiate and appeal property tax assessments and audits with taxing authorities to achieve the best possible outcome for the company
• Understand major accounting processes and systems that affect sales and use tax processing.
• Understand and advise on the tax benefits or consequences of capital projects
• Understand and use accounting systems to research and make appropriate adjustments
• Manage the sales and use tax exemption certificate process to ensure the necessary documentation is properly secured and maintained
• Educate and train associates responsible for sales and use tax application within business processes. Maintain and update sales and use tax information presented on the company’s intranet site
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 3 years of hands-on corporate indirect tax experience
• Proficiency with enterprise level tax software
• Strong research skills including proficiency in tax research software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, including Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Extensive organizational skills including the ability to effectively prioritize tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Domestic travel up to 10%
• Hybrid work eligible

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits to include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Retirement Account
• Parental Leave
• Fertility Services
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness Program with medical premium incentives

And more…

-COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer

-Interested / Qualified candidates, please apply online

-No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please

-Employment ready applicants only

COMPANY INFORMATION:

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands.  The National Gypsum name – through its Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® product lines – has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.

For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry’s best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future® one project at a time.

National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication. Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.

HIRING ENTITY:           NATIONAL GYPSUM SERVICES COMPANY

The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position.  The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.

All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including:  NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc, are Equal Opportunity Employers.  Please visit

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