Sales Tax Clerk II

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Job Summary

As a Tax Clerk you will be responsible for setting up new customer accounts in the tax software system and maintaining existing customer accounts as well as responsible for internal auditing of customer tax records such as; sales tax filings, Use Tax filings, Personal Property/Real estate payments and Business licenses.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Responsible for set up and maintenance of customer account set up in sales tax system of record.

• Assist field personnel with issue resolution involving customer accounts and tax.

• Assist with filing the sales tax returns including running reports/prep worksheets/filing.

• Handle all use tax issues and payments.

• Assist with all internal audit functions and cleanup of customer/system data.

• Responsible for handling the customer notification process for internal audits.

• Responsible for material item classification.

• Track Business licenses and Personal property/Real estate taxes and keep them up to date.

• Customer data and new account set-up, verification of certificates, and reporting in the sales tax system of record.

• Maintain changes/closures, and make corrections to tax classification codes in the sales tax system of record.

• Customer service for the tax team; timely response to department inbox, assist internal and external customers.

• Analyze and issue tax credits/debits as required.

• Function as a part of the accounting team by assisting with other accounting tasks as needed.

• Perform cross-training activities as requested and/or necessary, assist in training of new employees as needed.

• Maintain confidentiality of information at all times.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, or equivalent work experience

• At least 2 years related experience in a professional environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong reading and interpretation skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

• Financial and business exposure to accounting information systems

• Experience and proficiency working in both SAP and taxing software

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday

• May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment

Environmental Factors

This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

Travel and On-Call

N/A

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.