Sales, Use and Property Tax Consultant

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Job description

RGP is a global consulting firm helping some of the most recognized companies in the world work differently. Our success comes from a shared belief in rolling up our sleeves and doing the hard work of solving complex challenges, executing plans and implementing technology to help transform organizations.

Working as a consultant you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by RGP and built on tangible accomplishments.

As we continue to grow and deepen our impact on organizations around the world, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know:

• We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded.
• We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our clients and our colleagues.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more.

THE RGP CONSULTING EXPERIENCE

RGP has a unique consulting model that provides opportunities for consultants to work in different ways. Most consultants work in a model where they have the flexibility and autonomy to choose projects aligning to their experience, skills and desired lifestyle. Other opportunities exist in team-based, strategy and solutions work. In all models, you will feel the full support of RGP to assist you in your work and guide you on your chosen path.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a Sales, Use and Property Tax Consultant, you will prepare and review required documentation and compliance forms to ensure compliance with sales and use tax laws in multi-state environments. In this role, you will utilize your tax background and experience dealing with tax implications to help Clients meet their tax needs.

ATTRIBUTES OF CONSULTANTS AT RGP

• Respect for people and opinions and confidently offer your point-of-view with clients and among colleagues
• A drive for proactively cultivating relationships with clients and colleagues
• Optimism when faced with challenges and complex situations, coupled with the drive to solve client issues
• Dedication to continuous improvement and development of your skillset and talents
• A strong personal identification with RGP's values - loyalty, integrity, focus, enthusiasm, accountability and talent

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Provide guidance to ensure compliance with sales and use tax laws in a multi-state environment
• Research and determine appropriate taxability of products and services
• Ensure use tax is accrued and remitted appropriately
• Ensure all documented procedures/internal controls are followed with respect to sales and use tax
• Follow standard operating practices for sales and use tax program
• Prepare and file returns, respond to state inquiries, and work with external auditors as necessary; including documentation and maintenance of distribution/wholesale status
• Research nexus triggers and risk assessment of business operations performed
• Communicate new tax programs to various team members within the organization
• Perform other related job functions as directed by the tax manager which could include:
  • Analyzing tax rates and geographic codes
  • Customer Relocation Account Adjustments
  • Lease tax audit analysis to assist Tax Specialist
  • Sales Tax Reconciliations
  • State sales tax filings

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Masters in Accounting, Finance or Taxation preferred
• CPA preferred, but not required
• 3-plus years of experience working in the sales and use and property tax departments
• Sales and use tax background and experience dealing with tax implications
• Able to creatively research, analyze, and conclude specifically assigned US tax issues with minimal supervision
• Able to work closely with groups within a corporate structure including finance, legal, operations, etc
• A team player attitude with a willingness to assist other accounting team members with tasks as needed
• Understanding of income tax laws associated with an LLC as it relates to equity and distributions reporting
• Knowledge of sales and use tax software

Equal Opportunity Employer
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.