We are looking for a skilled Sales & Use Tax Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is a long-term contract position that requires expertise in multi-state tax compliance, audit support, and exemption certificate management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hybrid work environment, handling high-volume tax returns with precision and collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and file 200–250+ monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across various state and local jurisdictions.<br>• Analyze and validate tax reports generated from Oracle systems to ensure accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with the Director of Tax to review and finalize tax returns prior to submission.<br>• Access state and local tax portals to file returns and remit payments in a timely manner.<br>• Provide support during the January compliance cycle, which includes a significant volume of returns for December.<br>• Assist with exemption certificate updates, ensuring completeness and accuracy for multiple entities.<br>• Coordinate outreach campaigns to refresh customer exemption certificates, tracking responses and maintaining records.<br>• Support audits by preparing documentation, workpapers, and responding to auditor inquiries.<br>• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in stored exemption certificates, ensuring compliance across merged entities.<br>• Perform clerical and advanced sales tax tasks with attention to detail and efficiency.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and use tax compliance, including multi-state filings.<br>• Proficiency in Oracle systems is required, with familiarity in additional tax software being advantageous.<br>• Demonstrated ability to handle high volumes of tax returns (200+ monthly) with accuracy.<br>• Strong knowledge of exemption certificates and related sales tax documentation.<br>• Experience supporting tax audits, including preparation of required materials.<br>• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.<br>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing clerical and analytical tasks.<br>• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic work schedule and meet critical deadlines.

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