Auditing Clerk

Description

We are looking for an Auditing Clerk to join a large distribution company in Oak Brook, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position will provide essential administrative and audit-related support to the tax team during a time-sensitive project, with a strong focus on document coordination and record accuracy. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively, and can keep pace in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

- Provide day-to-day support to the tax team by handling clerical and administrative tasks tied to active audit and compliance work.

- Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of tax exemption certificates, including high-volume documentation for New York, Texas, and additional jurisdictions.

- Maintain accurate tracking logs and filing systems so certificate records and related documents remain current and easy to access.

- Assist with project activities connected to Vertex sales and use tax processing as directed by the department.

- Help the team move open audits toward completion by preparing documentation, monitoring outstanding items, and following up on pending needs.

- Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding missing paperwork, document status, and approaching deadlines to keep work moving forward.

- Update records promptly and carefully to support accuracy across audit files and tax documentation.

- Contribute to the department's efforts during a high-priority workload period by ensuring administrative processes stay organized and on schedule.

The hourly pay range for this position is $20 to $23/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Requirements - Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with team members and stakeholders.

- Ability to manage large volumes of documentation while meeting tight timelines.

- Comfort working within established processes and supporting administrative tasks in a fast-paced setting.

- Basic interest in audit, tax, or accounting-related work within a corporate environment.

- Experience with document tracking, records management, or clerical support is helpful.

- Prior tax or accounting experience is not required.

- Availability to work in a Contract position based in Oak Brook, Illinois.

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