Tax Accountant - Louisville, KY

Description

Annual Filings and Support

• Maintain sales tax exemption certificates and ensure proper documentation.
• Support month-end close processes and assist with a variety of accounting tasks and special projects as assigned
• Collaborate with external tax advisors, auditors, and state agencies as needed.
• Support the annual external financial audit by preparing tax-related schedules and documentation.
• Gather and validate vendor data for year-end 1099 filings.
• Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• 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.
• Perform technical research on tax laws, regulations, and guidance impacting the business.
• Manage property tax assessments, appeals, and payments.
• Register the company in new states as business activities expand.
• Monitor changes in sales tax laws and update internal systems accordingly.
• 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.
• Track state nexus exposure and recommend action to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and file annual reports and franchise tax returns for state entities.
• Maintain active business licenses and state accounts in good standing.
• Prepare and file annual business personal property tax returns.
• Continuously improve processes to increase accuracy and efficiency in compliance activities.

Requirements

State and Local Tax Registrations

1099 Reporting

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.

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

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance