Sales Tax Accountant

Job purpose

The Sales Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant sales and use tax reporting across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. This role manages tax filings, supports compliance with evolving tax regulations, responds to tax authorities, and partners cross-functionally to reduce tax risk while supporting the organization's continued growth.

Essential Functions

As a BELAY Corporate Team member, you will professionally represent the company in all virtual and in-person interactions. You are expected to exemplify our mission, vision, and core values while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.

Sales Tax Compliance

• Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across multiple state and local jurisdictions.
• Maintain sales tax registrations, permits, and business licenses as required.
• Monitor filing deadlines and ensure timely, accurate tax remittances.

Tax Research & Compliance

• Research and interpret state and local sales tax laws and regulatory changes.
• Monitor nexus requirements and identify new filing obligations as business activities expand.
• Review sales transactions to ensure appropriate taxability and exemption treatment.
• Maintain exemption certificates and supporting documentation.

Audit & Reporting

• Respond to tax notices, inquiries, and assessments from taxing authorities.
• Support sales tax audits by preparing documentation and coordinating responses.
• Prepare reports and analyses related to sales tax liabilities, exposures, and compliance trends.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and IT to support accurate tax determination and reporting.
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of sales tax automation tools and ERP systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience preparing and filing multi-state sales and use tax returns.
• Experience using accounting systems and tax compliance software.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets and pivot tables.
• Ability to research and interpret tax regulations.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated tax platforms such as Avalara, Vertex, or Sovos.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or SAP.
• Experience supporting sales tax audits and nexus analyses.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of sales and use tax principles
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organization and time management
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Adaptability and willingness to learn

Working Conditions

BELAY is a remote-first organization. This role requires a dedicated home office, regular use of virtual collaboration tools, and a work schedule that aligns with business needs and BELAY's core collaboration hours. Occasional travel or flexibility outside standard business hours may be required based on the role.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Frequent participation in virtual meetings.
• Ability to communicate effectively through video conferencing, email, and phone.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Direct Reports

None