Tax Associate

Job Posting: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Tax Associate. Responsibilities: Maintain exemption certificates in our electronic management system. Update customer accounts with tax exemptions. Assisting with pulling customer exemption certificates for audits. Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements. Regular and reliable attendance. Upload and maintain tax certificates in the software database received for customer accounts. Assist with tax research and planning. Assist with sales tax audits. Oversee a high volume of emails during a standard shift. Oversee incoming sales tax question calls. Prepare, assist, and support with all other requests relating to sales tax. Work on special projects as needed. Always represent the company in a professional manner. Abide by all policies, rules and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures. Support corporate programs, goals and initiatives of the company. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Sales Tax experience preferred but not required, training will be available Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers Ability to prioritize workload appropriately in order to balance and meet timelines as required. Strong and accurate data entry skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (outlook, work, excel, powerpoint, access, etc) Eagerness to learn and strong critical thinking skills are required. Be a collective team player. Proficient with various software programs including Trilogie, ECMS/ECM, Excel and Word. At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more! - Pay Range: - $15.58 - $25.39 - Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles. - This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. - Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements. - The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information