Indirect Tax Accountant

Lush Handmade Cosmetics; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cosmetics industry is seeking an Indirect Tax Accountant to ensure compliance and manage sales tax operations across multiple regions. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure. Candidates should be proactive and possess effective communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a purpose-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of accounting and tax experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sales tax calculations and journal entries for accurate reporting.
• Support sales tax compliance for store openings and renew permits.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Proactivity

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Avalara Sales Tax Software

Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP

Job description

Remote Opportunity - Preference for candidates based in Vancouver

Position Overview

The Indirect Tax Accountant plays an essential role in growing talent in our business through collaboration and sharing best practices with the Accounting and wider Finance team. You know how to be curious about opportunities and how to be real with feedback and support.

As the Indirect Tax Accountant, you will be a key player on the finance team, ensuring smooth operations and inquiries. You will manage timely filing of sales taxes for 270 retail stores across Canada, Puerto Rico, and the USA. You will collaborate closely with tax and accounting teams serving various business units including Digital, Retail, Manufacturing, and Admin/Corporate.

As a growing business, Lush values adaptability and evolution. We seek individuals passionate about their work and committed to our practices of fair-trade sourcing, supporting sustainable communities, and grassroots giving.

Our staff live with purpose, aligning their personal values with our business ethos, creating a holistic work-life journey. #mylushlife

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly sales tax calculations, journal entries, and reconciliations for accurate tax reporting using sales tax software, and coordinate remittance payments.
• Prepare state/city excise tax, business & occupancy, gross receipts, commerce, and annual business tax returns.
• Support and gather information for sales and use tax notices and audits (internal and external).
• Collaborate on sales tax compliance for store openings, relocations, closures, and new initiatives; renew seller tax permits.
• If based in Vancouver, monitor mailroom and emails for seller tax permit renewals, notices, and audits.
• Assist with ad hoc tax and finance responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of accounting and tax experience.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Proactive with initiative.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Capable of working under time pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• Honest, transparent, and with integrity.
• Flexible and committed to team objectives.

Preferred:

• Undergraduate degree in business and pursuing an accounting designation.
• Experience with Avalara sales tax software.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusion. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

We're 10% Employee Owned — all colleagues contribute to our ethics, independence, and share in our success.

Salary Range: $70,000-$75,000 CAD, based on market and location, excluding bonuses and total rewards.

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