Sales Tax & Compliance Accountant

Sales Tax & Compliance Accountant

Location: NW Portland, OR (100% Onsite)
Pay Range: 79,000 - 92,000

Our client, a growing organization in Portland, is seeking a Sales Tax & Compliance Accountant to provide critical support for multi-state tax compliance and accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys researching complex tax issues, navigating state requirements, and serving as a trusted resource for operational teams.

The organization is expanding its state tax footprint and needs a hands-on professional who can help maintain compliance while improving processes and supporting business growth.

• Opportunity to play a key role in expanding and strengthening multi-state tax compliance efforts.
• Visible position with direct interaction across accounting and operational teams.
• Potential for long-term growth as the tax function continues to evolve.

• Review accounts payable invoices and determine appropriate sales tax treatment, including exemption certificate applicability.
• Prepare and monitor monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings, including property tax returns.
• Maintain exemption certificate compliance and related documentation.
• Research state and local tax requirements and ensure ongoing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Respond to tax inquiries and serve as a resource for internal stakeholders.
• Develop practical guidance and training for staff regarding tax compliance procedures.
• Utilize ERP systems and advanced Excel functions to analyze data, reconcile information, and support reporting needs.

• 2+ years of accounting, tax, sales tax, compliance accounting, or related experience; strong accounting experience may be considered in lieu of extensive tax specialization.
• Experience working within an ERP system; exposure to Vista is a plus. Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and multi-sheet analysis required.
• Independent problem solver with strong research skills and the ability to communicate practical, business-friendly recommendations.

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) is an employee-owned staffing firm through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving our team a vested interest in delivering exceptional service to both candidates and clients. We are dedicated to connecting accounting and finance professionals with meaningful career opportunities.

Through our CPA Firm Foundations heritage, CFS has a long-standing commitment to developing accounting and finance talent and helping professionals advance their careers with leading organizations nationwide.

If you're an experienced Sales Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, Compliance Accountant, Senior Accountant, or Accounting Professional with strong sales tax and multi-state compliance experience, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!

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