Tax Specialist

Who We Are

KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.

KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. With more than 8,000 employees in over 60 locations worldwide, we shape the future‑oriented industry of intralogistics and dedicate ourselves to making complexity simple. Our primary goal is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of our customers in mind.

Our unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order‑picking systems to the refinement of container handling technology and our state‑of‑the‑art, industry‑leading software solutions.

• Research tax laws
• Gather information and explain options for best practice to clients
• Prepare quarterly and annual tax compliance
• Prepare federal and state income tax filings
• Ensure tax returns are filed in accordance with tax authorities
• Assist in IRS and state audits and act as liaison between government auditors, tax consultants, and AP/AR managers
• Work with state agencies to set up accounts
• Work as liaison with the Sales department and tax consultants for project tax wording
• Work as liaison with the AR manager and tax consultants to ensure invoices are taxed and coded correctly
• Respond to various tax notices from states
• Work on various tax projects that arise (including projects to start now and possibly future projects)

• Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3–7 years proven experience as a tax accountant, tax analyst, or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of accounting laws and procedures
• Computer literacy in accounting software
• Good numerical skills
• Attention to detail
• Outstanding analytical skills
• Knowledge of sales tax systems, specifically Avalara

• Overtime, if required by work
• Professional office etiquette required at all times
• Physical requirements:
  
  sitting, stooping, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds

• 2 remote days per week
• Half‑day Fridays
• State‑of‑the‑art office complex in Kennesaw, GA
• Industry‑competitive compensation
• Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more
• 401(k) with generous employer match and no vesting
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Profit sharing
• Paid parental leave
• Subsidized daycare
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Subsidized food delivery
• Monthly celebrations
• Quarterly employee events
• Corporate social responsibility initiatives including recycling, sustainability, and volunteering

KNAPP is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by law.

Due to the safety‑sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug‑free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug‑free during employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence, or if use of marijuana is only during “off‑hours.”