Daikin
Senior Analyst (Indirect Tax)
Daikin, Waller, Texas, United States, 77874
The Senior Analyst - Indirect Tax will be responsible for handling the indirect taxes (sales, use, gross receipts, B&O, property tax, and other indirect taxes) for numerous Daikin owned entities. Responsibilities will include all aspects of indirect tax compliance such as but not limited to timely completion and filing of sales & use tax returns, general ledger account reconciliation, researching and reviewing tax laws, resolving vendor and customer tax issues, handling sales & use tax audits, maintaining tax automation system, special projects, and administrative tasks.
May include:
Responsible for the preparing, reviewing and filing of the monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual filings of sales & use tax returns for both domestic and CanadaRegister, renew, and/or cancel all sales and use tax permits with state and local taxing jurisdictionsPrepare sales tax journal entries, monitor and reconcile the transaction tax general ledger accounts monthlyReview and validate resale/exemption certificates from customersRespond to sales and use tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictionsApply technical knowledge of sales and use tax laws, regulations, rulings and court decisions to make a tax decision on sales transactions and purchases/expenses to ensure compliance with state and local taxing jurisdictionsIssue resale/exemption certificates to vendors if applicableLead, research and review tax law changes that may impact customer billing and procurement processes and propose process changes to integrate any tax law changes into company operations as applicableManaging day-to-day operations: assigning tasks, providing guidance, and evaluating performanceSetting goals and objectives: working with employees to set goals and develop plans to help them growProviding training and development: identifying opportunities for employees to improve their skills and arrange training sessionsPerform M&A tax due diligence, analyze business financials through inspection of documents, business plan and model analysisProvide training, direction and lead junior staff membersRespond to all state and local notices, assessments and inquiriesHandle sales & use tax audits, determine right amount of taxes and keeping appropriate documentationReview purchases to assure appropriate taxability decisionLead and manage related tasks for property taxMust be able to work with both internal employees and third parties in resolving issues and implementing improved work processesPerform research for a wide range of other tax topics as necessary and assist with tax planning projectsWork collaboratively with finance team, following policies and procedures that ensure the overall operational effectiveness of the global organizationPerform other related duties or assist with special projects as requiredNature & Scope:
Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experienceEncouraged to seek continuous improvementsPerforms a range of mainly straightforward assignmentsWorks independently with general supervisionProblems faced are difficult but not typically complexKnowledge & Skills:
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels inside and outside the companyExpert Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint SkillsLeadership and performance management skillsStrong verbal and written communications skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsPossess strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people assertively and confidentlyStrong tax research skills and experience with tax research software (CCH/TTR preferred).Experience user with ERP system such as MAPICS, MINCRON, or SAP and Vertex Sales and Use Tax Calculation Engine O SeriesCompetencies:
Strong analytical skills with a working knowledge of sales and use laws in various statesAbility to work independently without supervisionAbility to complete work and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Problem solving & decision quality: able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutionsRelationship management: able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partnersExperience:
8 years of sales tax experience in public accounting, or multiple entities/multi-state company (manufacturing industry experience is preferred).4 years of leadership experience requiredEducation/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is requiredCMI Sales Tax designation or CPA license is preferredPeople Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodationsReports To:
Indirect Tax Manager
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.
May include:
Responsible for the preparing, reviewing and filing of the monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual filings of sales & use tax returns for both domestic and CanadaRegister, renew, and/or cancel all sales and use tax permits with state and local taxing jurisdictionsPrepare sales tax journal entries, monitor and reconcile the transaction tax general ledger accounts monthlyReview and validate resale/exemption certificates from customersRespond to sales and use tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictionsApply technical knowledge of sales and use tax laws, regulations, rulings and court decisions to make a tax decision on sales transactions and purchases/expenses to ensure compliance with state and local taxing jurisdictionsIssue resale/exemption certificates to vendors if applicableLead, research and review tax law changes that may impact customer billing and procurement processes and propose process changes to integrate any tax law changes into company operations as applicableManaging day-to-day operations: assigning tasks, providing guidance, and evaluating performanceSetting goals and objectives: working with employees to set goals and develop plans to help them growProviding training and development: identifying opportunities for employees to improve their skills and arrange training sessionsPerform M&A tax due diligence, analyze business financials through inspection of documents, business plan and model analysisProvide training, direction and lead junior staff membersRespond to all state and local notices, assessments and inquiriesHandle sales & use tax audits, determine right amount of taxes and keeping appropriate documentationReview purchases to assure appropriate taxability decisionLead and manage related tasks for property taxMust be able to work with both internal employees and third parties in resolving issues and implementing improved work processesPerform research for a wide range of other tax topics as necessary and assist with tax planning projectsWork collaboratively with finance team, following policies and procedures that ensure the overall operational effectiveness of the global organizationPerform other related duties or assist with special projects as requiredNature & Scope:
Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experienceEncouraged to seek continuous improvementsPerforms a range of mainly straightforward assignmentsWorks independently with general supervisionProblems faced are difficult but not typically complexKnowledge & Skills:
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels inside and outside the companyExpert Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint SkillsLeadership and performance management skillsStrong verbal and written communications skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsPossess strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people assertively and confidentlyStrong tax research skills and experience with tax research software (CCH/TTR preferred).Experience user with ERP system such as MAPICS, MINCRON, or SAP and Vertex Sales and Use Tax Calculation Engine O SeriesCompetencies:
Strong analytical skills with a working knowledge of sales and use laws in various statesAbility to work independently without supervisionAbility to complete work and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Problem solving & decision quality: able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutionsRelationship management: able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partnersExperience:
8 years of sales tax experience in public accounting, or multiple entities/multi-state company (manufacturing industry experience is preferred).4 years of leadership experience requiredEducation/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is requiredCMI Sales Tax designation or CPA license is preferredPeople Management: No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodationsReports To:
Indirect Tax Manager
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.