Sales Tax Accountant

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more! 

As the Sales Tax Accountant within our Corporate Accounting team, you'll ensure timely and accurate tax filings, payments, account reconciliations, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax requirements. This role will also manage sales and use tax compliance, state registrations, and continuous improvement to the sales and use tax process. Read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you!   

Sales Tax Accountant Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns and related payments.
• Ensure all sales and use tax returns are accurately filed and paid by the respective due dates, maintaining 100% on-time compliance
• Review sales transactions and business activity to ensure proper taxability and compliance with state and local tax regulations.
• Maintain and update sales tax matrices, exemption documentation, and applicable tax rates.
• Research, prepare, and process sales tax corrections, refunds, and amended returns as needed.
• Reconcile sales tax liability accounts and investigate variances.
• Manage and reconcile sales tax deposits and supporting schedules.
• Serve as a resource to internal departments, including estimating, billing, and accounts payable on sales and use tax matters.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve the sales and use tax process, including assessing outsourcing solutions, automation tools, and AI-driven technologies to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Coordinate and support sales tax audits, including document preparation, auditor correspondence, and response management.
• Work closely with the Company’s outside tax advisors/consulting firm to support audit defense strategies, information requests, and resolution of audit matters.
• Research audit inquiries and assist in resolving findings or discrepancies
• Manage annual business registrations and renewals across multiple states.
• Register entities in new states as business operations expand.

Sales Tax Accountant Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field; or 5+ yrs related experience; or equivalent combination of both required.
• Prior experience working in Sales Tax required.  
• CPA License preferred.
• Proficiency within Microsoft Excel required. Knowledge of Oracle JDE or similar ERP/financial software preferred.
• Highly organized, flexible and ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.

*This position is not eligible for remote work, and must reside within the Corporate Milwaukee office*