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E Source · 1 hour ago

Tax and Compliance Specialist - REMOTE

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

5+ years exp

E Source is a high-growth, private equity-backed research, consulting, and data science company in the energy and utility sector. They are seeking a detail-oriented Tax and Compliance Specialist to oversee state and local tax compliance, manage registered entity reporting, and assist the accounting team with tax-related projects.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Maintain expertise in the following tax areas: State and local tax (SALT), Sales and use tax, Business personal property tax, Canadian GST/HST and RST tax, Federal and state income tax, Canadian income tax (Treaty and T2 returns), R&D tax credits

This new role will lead the implementation of Avalara or similar SALT software. This includes, but is not limited to, evaluating service providers, coordinating with external parties, compiling timely and accurate data, ensuring proper connection with NetSuite and other accounting software, and ultimately overseeing successful implementation

Maintain the new SALT software system after implementation is complete

Stay up to date with all relevant tax regulations and coordinate with external tax advisors to prepare and file returns in accordance with regulatory deadlines

Manage registrations in relevant jurisdictions based on contract reviews and maintain tax tables in NetSuite

Develop tracking tools to maintain and document important tax return information

Ensure contractual, financial, and legal compliance across all customer, vendor, contractor, and subcontractor agreements, while also monitoring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements

Maintain a centralized repository of all contracts and amendments

Track key contract milestones, deliverables, and renewal dates

Work with market unit leads and the sales support team on customer contract needs like redlining MSAs, reviewing contract revisions from customers, ensuring compliance with RFP commitments, and so on

Maintain current customer data in NetSuite

Maintain business licenses and registrations, working with CT Corporation and other registered agents

Monitor compliance with contract requirements, such as contract diversity thresholds, insurance coverages, use of subcontractors, and so on

Develop and implement risk-mitigation strategies and controls related to contract execution, regulatory compliance, and customer obligations

Partner with project managers, sales support, and finance teams to ensure contracts align with operational capabilities and strategic goals

Serve as a liaison between internal teams and external clients and vendors, including external counsel

Develop and deliver training programs to internal teams on contract compliance best practices and updates to regulatory requirements

Support due diligence and integration activities for acquisitions as needed

Qualification

Tax complianceSALT software implementationContract managementRisk managementNetSuiteAnalytical skillsStakeholder collaborationPrivate equity familiarityOrganizational abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Tax, Law, Finance, or a related field

5+ years of experience in tax, contract management, legal, or compliance, preferably in a consulting or energy or utilities environment

Experience with implementing Avalara or similar SALT software

Familiarity with private equity-backed business operations and reporting requirements

Ability to assess risk, implement solutions, and develop the framework for this new role with exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities

Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, or similar systems

Benefits

Excellent insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life insurance; company-paid long- and short-term disability insurance; and medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans.

A flexible time off (FTO) program where you can take as many paid days off per year as they need, with manager approval, while fulfilling their work obligations and ensuring proper coverage of their responsibilities.

Flexible schedules, flexible work locations, and a paid parental leave benefit.

A 401(k)/RRSP plan with a 3% employer match.