Tax Accountant - Louisville, KY

Description

Annual Filings and Support

• Track state nexus exposure and recommend action to ensure compliance.
• Perform technical research on tax laws, regulations, and guidance impacting the business.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes at the federal, state, and local levels to assess potential tax impacts and proactively communicate risks and opportunities to leadership.
• Manage property tax assessments, appeals, and payments.
• Maintain sales tax exemption certificates and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain active business licenses and state accounts in good standing.
• Monitor changes in sales tax laws and update internal systems accordingly.
• Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate issuance of Forms 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, and other applicable information returns.
• Prepare, file, and remit monthly/quarterly/annual sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of federal and state income tax returns in conjunction with external tax advisors.
• Prepare and file annual reports and franchise tax returns for state entities.
• Prepare and file annual business personal property tax returns.
• Register the company in new states as business activities expand.
• Gather and validate vendor data for year-end 1099 filings.
• Support the annual external financial audit by preparing tax-related schedules and documentation.
• Support month-end close processes and assist with a variety of accounting tasks and special projects as assigned
• Continuously improve processes to increase accuracy and efficiency in compliance activities.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors, auditors, and state agencies as needed.

Requirements

State and Local Tax Registrations

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Tax Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations, preparing and filing statutory and regulatory reports, and supporting the company’s annual financial audit and tax return process. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of sales tax, property tax, and annual filing requirements, and is experienced in tax research and reporting.

1099 Reporting

• Experience working with multi-state tax compliance preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 1–3 years of experience in tax accounting, statutory accounting, or a related field.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and tax software (e.g., Avalara, Business Central, or similar).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and tax compliance requirements.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance