Accountant, Sales Tax

Pilot Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Tax Specialist to prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual state and local tax returns. You will generate supporting reports and assist with audits while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of sales and use tax experience; CPA preferred. Local residency in Knoxville area and the ability to work with minimal supervision are important.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ year sales and use tax return preparation experience preferred.
• Legal right to work in United States (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• File state and local sales tax returns monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Generate supporting tax reports and schedules.
• Provide internal customer service related to W-9 and exemption certificates; review contracts and invoices.
• Assist with sales tax audits.
• Model company values and ensure guests and team members are supported at a high level.
• Ensure all activities comply with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.

1. File state and local sales tax returns
2. Generate supporting reports
3. Provide internal customer service related to W-9 and exemption certificate completion as well as contract and invoice review
4. Assist with sales tax audit
5. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
6. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
7. Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. To be considered you must have the legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum one year sales and use tax return preparation experience preferred

Specialized Knowledge

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Basic accounting experience preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred

Competencies

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to set priorities, multitask, meet deadlines, and resolve problems with a high sense of urgency

Additional Information

Travel

Travel required less than 5%

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Lift up to 20 pounds