Sr. Sales Tax Accountant

Compass Group, USA is the 8th largest company in the world, and the 1 contract food service company. Compass has grown by $6.1B in new business in 2020 - 2024. They are listed in Forbes for most admired Companies 2023, and 4 years running- America's Best Employers for Diversity. Learn more about Compass Group here: www.compass-usa.com Location: 2400 Yorkmont, Drive, Charlotte, NC (Hybrid schedule 3 days a week working from home) Comp Range: $85,000 - $105,000 Visa Sponsorship not available Job Summary: Our Sales Tax Team is growingWe are hiring for Sr. Sales Tax Accountant in our Charlotte office HQ. You will work within a Sales Tax team that offers realistic upward advancement. Your focus will be on sales & use return filings, ad hoc projects, research and analysis, and projects enhancing workflow automations in Vertex. This role will also interact with our internal customers on a regular basis. This role is based in Charlotte, NC and offers a hybrid work schedule and free food Responsibilities: Prepare and file state and local sales and use tax returns, including compilation and analysis of financial data Maintain and update sales tax return worksheets and procedures Research and resolve general ledger account variances with internal customers Reconcile sales and use tax general ledger accounts on a monthly basis Respond to sales tax inquiries raised by internal customers and taxing jurisdictions Register, renew and cancel state, county, city and local sales tax permits Develop and maintain sales tax knowledge relating to laws and regulations in assigned states Identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities Assist with special projects as assigned Qualifications: 4-year degree in Accounting or Tax required CPA or CMI certification preferred, or CPA/CMI candidate preferred 2 to 5 years multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience required. Experience with food/vending or support services industry preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office required, especially Excel, Access is ideal Experience with SAP and sales tax compliance software preferred Strong accounting and analytical skills Ability to identify trends through data analytics and work orders Ability to independently research issues and reach a resolution in all cases Must be a detail-oriented, team player with a strong work ethic Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage large amounts of electronic data Ability to work in a fast paced environment with ability to adjust to shifting priorities Ability to work extended hours as required to meet internal and external deadlines