Indirect Tax Accountant, Sr

Job title: Indirect Tax Accountant, Sr

Company: Tallgrass

Job description: Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado’s Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution up to 4%
• Wellness Programs
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts: vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Career pathing, development programs, and internship programs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Primary purpose:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Indirect Tax Accountant to assist in all aspects of indirect tax compliance and planning for Tallgrass Energy. The successful candidate will be responsible for Sales and Use Tax Compliance, GL Account Reconciliations, Business License Registration, Exemption Certificate administration, audits, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and implementing strategies to optimize indirect tax processes.Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare tax returns and payments involved with Sales & Use Tax compliance.
• Maintain business license applications and renewals.
• Issue exemption certificates.
• Analyze Sales & Use Tax GL Accounts and prepare accounts Reconciliations and Tax reports to ensure accurate reporting of tax.
• Monitor the sales and use tax system to ensure correct rates and tax rules are applied.
• Respond to correspondence and inquiries from tax authorities and resolving outstanding tax issues.
• Assist with Sales and Use Tax audits, as necessary.
• Assist with property tax payments.
• Research for any state or local tax planning alternatives that will minimize the company’s tax liability, including preparation and presentation of alternatives to management.
• Perform sales tax research using Checkpoint and other tax tools to keep entities up to date with legislative changes.
• Collaborate with accounting and other departments on tax matters as required
• Regularly use Excel spreadsheets, database and word processing software, and periodically learn new software programs.
• Interface with all levels of management to support financial responsibilities.
• Complete ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Work with internal departments to accomplish individual, departmental and company goals.
• Interact with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:Minimum requirements:Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in indirect tax compliance and planning, preferably in a multinational corporation or public accounting firm
• In-depth knowledge of indirect tax laws and regulations, including VAT/GST, sales tax, and customs duties
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate tax concepts to non-tax professionals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, tax software Vertex, and ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.
• Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Must be very detailed oriented, self-motivated, a team player and able to work on/handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to carry a cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Prior use and experience with Oracle Financial Cloud or other cloud based ERP preferred.

Other responsibilities:The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass’s request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

Expected salary: $97000 – 118000 per year

Location: Lakewood, CO

Job date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:36:43 GMT

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