CFS ยท 4 hours ago
Sales and Use Tax Accountant
Byron Center, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCFS is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Sales and Use Tax Accountant to manage and ensure compliance with sales and use tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions. This role will be responsible for preparing, filing, and remitting accurate tax returns, maintaining tax records, and supporting audits.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Kyle Barricklow
Responsibilities
Prepare and file timely and accurate sales and use tax returns for multiple states and jurisdictions
Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and ensure proper documentation is maintained
Research taxability of products, services, and transactions, and stay up-to-date on changes in state/local tax laws
Manage and respond to tax notices and assist with sales and use tax audits
Maintain tax exemption certificates and ensure proper application of tax rates
Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement) to resolve tax issues and ensure compliance
Assist with process improvements and implementation of tax automation tools
Support the monthly and quarterly close processes with accurate accruals and reconciliations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2+ years of experience in sales and use tax or indirect tax accounting
Solid understanding of multi-state sales and use tax regulations
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and tax software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex, Sovos)
Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Preferred
CPA or progress toward certification
Experience with e-commerce, manufacturing, or multi-entity environments
Experience supporting sales tax audits
Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Casey
CEO, Founder
Company data provided by crunchbase