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PGW Auto Glass · 1 month ago

Indirect Tax Specialist

Cranberry Township, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

PGW Auto Glass is responsible for maintaining the Sales & Use Tax compliance process, and they are seeking an Indirect Tax Specialist to manage various tax-related tasks. The role includes preparing tax returns, maintaining business licenses, and ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations.

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Responsibilities

Maintain and update all permanent location and jurisdiction files, Sales Tax tracking sheets, as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual Sales & Use tax return files

Prepare and maintain all business licenses accurately and timely as required by taxing jurisdictions to ensure all filing deadlines are met

Assist with data collection, reports, and documentation for Sales & Use tax audits

Prepare, process, and review Sales & Use tax returns and payments via paper and electronic methods accurately and timely as required by taxing jurisdictions

Review use tax accruals and reconcile assigned General Ledger accounts monthly

Communicate effectively with state and local taxing authorities, all branch locations, team members including, management and other departments of the company as needed

Compile and submit Sales & Use tax accounts payable slips and journal entries to Accounting after appropriate approval

Submit Sales Tax and business license check requests to Accounts Payable, make copies of checks and tax returns/forms, and attach checks to Sales Tax returns/forms before mailing

Maintain and update state & local tax rates and location addresses in Sales Tax compliance software

Maintain electronic banking database for Sales & Use tax payments and communicate cash amounts needed for tax payments to appropriate personnel

Resolve Sales & Use tax notices of assessment in a timely manner as assigned

Amend Sales & Use tax returns as needed

Perform and maintain state and local Sales & Use tax, Gross Receipts tax, and licensing research

Work with third-party vendor for personal property filings

Identify, initiate, and support the continual improvement of quality and efficiency of processes and systems within the Tax department and PGN Auto Glass as a whole

Assume other duties and projects as assigned

Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work, and ensuring quality standards

Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff

Hold weekly meetings with staff

Qualification

Indirect Tax experienceTax compliance softwareAccounting knowledgeMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical skillsMulti-taskingCommunication skillsLeadershipDetail-orientedInitiative

Required

Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Accounting/Finance)

2–3 years Indirect Tax and Accounting experience in a corporate setting preferred

Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel

Experience with tax compliance software

Possess strong analytical skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

Maintain strong focus on details, working with complex issues

Must demonstrate initiative, leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively

Possess strong work ethic and commitment to completing responsibilities

Understand legal organization, divisional and accounting policies & procedures in order to determine application of tax law

Analyze tax issues, related facts & circumstances, and recommend solutions

Research and interpret tax law and determine applicability to the company

Preferred

2–3 years Indirect Tax and Accounting experience in a corporate setting preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and disability coverage options.

Employer-provided life insurance and long-term disability benefits.

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Parental leave and support continuing education.

Company

PGW Auto Glass

PGW Auto Glass is the largest independent distributor of aftermarket glass for the North American automotive sector. It is a sub-organization of LKQ Corporation.

Cranberry, Pennsylvania, USA

501-1000 employees