Sales & Use Tax Accountant

Description We are seeking a Sales & Use Tax Accountant to join our team in Oak Brook, Illinois. In this role, you will be tasked with managing various tax-related tasks, primarily focused on sales and use tax. This role involves a significant amount of customer interaction and requires strong organizational skills.Responsibilities: Manage and complete sales and use tax filings in a timely manner Use Vertex Sales & Use Tax and Microsoft Excel to maintain accurate records and perform necessary tasks Ensure accurate e-Filing of tax documents Handle tax-related inquiries from customers Keep track of customer accounts and take necessary actions Use your experience with sales tax returns and monthly sales tax to ensure compliance and accuracy Handle tax matters related to rentals and parking, as well as county-related filings Resolve customer inquiries related to sales and use tax Keep up-to-date with external filings and ensure all filings are done on time. Requirements Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a sales and use tax accountant role or similar. Proficiency in preparing and filing Sales Tax Returns is essential. Must have experience in calculating and submitting Monthly Sales Tax. Comprehensive understanding and application of Sales Tax regulations is required. Proficiency in using Vertex Sales & Use Tax software is a must. Experience in e-Filing and handling External Filings is necessary. Excellent Microsoft Excel skills are required, including use of advanced functions for financial analysis and reporting. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .