Sales & Use Tax Accountant

Brentwood , Tennessee Contract Jul 22, 2026

Location: Nashville, TN (Onsite)
Job Type: Contract

Soni is partnered with a growing organization is seeking an experienced Sales & Use Tax Accountant to join the team on a contract basis. This opportunity was created to provide coverage while a key member of the tax team focuses on an upcoming audit.

• Prepare and file multi-state sales and use tax returns across numerous jurisdictions.
• Review and reconcile sales and use tax accounts.
• Analyze monthly use tax activity and ensure accurate reporting.
• Evaluate purchases for taxability and assess use tax where applicable.
• Research state and local tax laws to ensure compliance.
• Analyze transactions using SAP, purchase orders, and vendor invoices.
• Communicate with internal buyers to obtain documentation and resolve taxability questions.
• Correct jurisdictional tax issues and ensure proper tax treatment.
• Prepare complex journal entries to support month-end close.
• Generate monthly reports for state and local taxing authorities.
• Create and maintain resale certificates for vendors.
• Research tax notices and prepare responses for taxing authorities.
• Assist with federal and multi-state income tax work papers and estimated tax payments.
• Partner with the company's outsourced sales and use tax provider.
• Provide guidance and training to internal locations regarding sales and use tax compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of sales and use tax accounting experience.
• Experience preparing and filing sales and use tax returns in multiple states required
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• Experience supporting organizations operating across numerous states (40+ preferred).
• Strong understanding of state and local sales and use tax regulations.
• Experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Healthcare or multi-location industry experience.
• Experience working alongside external tax providers.

• Multi-state sales & use tax filing experience is required.
• Experience supporting companies with operations in numerous states (40+ locations preferred).
• SAP experience is strongly preferred.

• Compensation: $45- $55/ Hr Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications. #SONITN