Tax Accountant Chicago, IL

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Under the general direction of the Manager of Tax and Treasury, the Tax Accountant (Indirect) will work with internal teams, tax authorities and external accounting firms, to ensure complete, accurate and timely tax calculations and filings of indirect tax returns. This position will conduct thorough research and keep up to date with latest tax regulation updates to ensure compliance with required tax provisions and minimize liability during tax audits.

This position will analyze, resolve various tax issues, prepare and maintain property tax filings, sales and use tax filings.

• Ensure accurate tax coding and exemption treatment for transactions in compliance with state and local regulations and provide timely support to sales teams.
• Review and update customer exemption certificates per state requirements.
• Process customer refund requests.
• Analyze purchase invoices for taxability and prepare use tax accruals.
• Maintain Avalara setups for accurate sales tax returns and remittances.

• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual estimated income tax payments.
• Address and resolve tax notices from authorities.
• Maintain and enhance the tax compliance calendar and login records.
• Support peak periods by gathering documentation, researching filing requirements, and updating tax rates.
• Assist with entity registrations, including opening and closing state accounts.
• Prepare return packages for corporate and partnership filings.

• Maintain accurate fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, and tax depreciation.
• Provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve asset management processes.
• Prepare work papers and timely renditions for Business Personal Property tax.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Accounting or Finance Field required.
• A minimum of 2 years of in‑house corporate tax accounting experience in sales tax, property tax and multi‑state audits.
• Strong project management stills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced, high‑volume, and evolving work environment.
• Highly organized,…