Senior Accountant - Sales Tax
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Job no: 657200
Work type: Regular (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando
Categories: Finance, Orlando - Professional Generic
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for preparation and support of multi-state tax compliance with a focus on UDX New Business Ventures, but will support Universal Orlando Resort and related entities, with a primary emphasis on sales and transaction taxes. Provides tax analysis, research, and support on a variety of indirect tax and general tax matters, partnering with business and operating teams to ensure compliance and support business initiatives.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, review, and file multi-state tax returns, primarily sales and transaction tax returns, and assist with other tax filings as needed. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Review transactions, projects, and business activities for tax compliance, considering varying jurisdictional requirements, taxability rules, exemptions, and special rates. Provide guidance on tax treatment and documentation requirements.
- Conduct timely research on day-to-day sales and transaction tax questions; interpret statutes, regulations, and rulings; prepare memos and guidance for finance and operating teams. Provide training and process guidance to internal stakeholders to promote compliance.
- Support management during tax audits, examinations, and notices across multiple jurisdictions; help gather documentation, analyze positions, and coordinate responses with external advisors as needed.
- Assist with ad-hoc tax and finance projects, process improvements, system implementations, and cross-functional initiatives. Communicate effectively with Finance, and divisions outside of Finance that are supported by Tax including Operations, Legal, and project teams.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Associate degree (AA) is required.
- Bachelor’s degree is required
EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years of accounting or business experience;
- or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to Communicate Clearly
- Organization Skills
- Ability to Meet Deadlines
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Analytical Thinking
- Planning and Scheduling
- Accounting Research
- Solution Development
- Decision Making Skills
- Knowledge of Accounting Principles
- Advanced Excel
- Financial/Business Analysis
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
- Infrequent local travel.
- Long distance travel not required.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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