Senior Sales & Use Tax Accountant

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the creativity and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of Med Tech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

The Sr. Sales & Use Tax Accountant reporting to the Indirect Tax Lead, will oversee the daily operations of Sales and Use Tax compliance, property tax, audits and tax projects. The Sr. Sales and Use Tax Accountant will be instrumental in developing and maintaining the department processes and standards while implementing continuous improvements. This position will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Sales and Use Tax Group.

• Oversee sales and use tax and property tax returns for all legal entities from compile source data to reviewing filed tax returns. Work with business units, IT, third party consultants to compile accurate data effectively. Ensure data ties to general ledger and payment request from third party preparers.
• Perform tax research and provide taxability guidance to stakeholders.
• Write desktop procedures to document processes and modify as needed.
• Review sales contracts and procurement contracts to identify sales tax issues, and recommend solutions.
• Review transactions for applicable Use Tax and post related journal entries
• Ensure compliance responsibilities in all states and businesses, evaluate state regulations and acceptable accounting practices, provide service to internal and external customers, and evaluate complete assignments for conformance with applicable policies, regulations and tax laws.
• Complete sales and use tax audits. Work with auditors from notice of intent to audit to completion. Modify taxability in tax systems as needed based on findings.
• Identify and implement process improvements in the Sales and Use Tax Department.
• Ensure financial reports are prepared and paid accurately and timely in order to avoid penalties.
• Maintain assigned GL account reconciliations while preventing financial risk to the company.
• Assist in various departmental projects, taking a lead role in planning, coordinating and facilitating projects through their completion.
• Other duties as assigned.

• B.S. required with a focus in Accounting/Finance preferred
• CPA preferred
• A minimum of 3+ years experience in Accounting/Finance required

• Knowledge of EDI capabilities preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel & Word skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Charts) required
• Excellent Analytical and Problem Solving skills required
• Sabrix and/or Vertex Experience preferred
• Excellent Communication Skills required
• Knowledge of SOX controls & compliance requirements required
• Understanding of GAAP Accounting required
• ERP experience required
• BI/BW expertise preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable…