Fuel Tax & Compliance Specialist (Excise Tax)

Petroleum Traders Corp; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Petroleum Traders Corporation is seeking a Tax Specialist to prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for a Fort Wayne, IN base. You will focus on fuel-related and excise tax compliance, researching tax laws and updating practices to ensure timely filing and payment.

The role requires strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration. Day-to-day duties include maintaining tax records, coordinating with accounting and finance teams, and addressing tax questions from

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Tax, Tax Preparation, and Tax Planning.
• Understanding of Tax Law, including federal, state, and local regulations; experience with excise or fuel tax is a plus
• Finance skills, including financial analysis, reconciliations, and interpreting financial statements for tax purposes
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
• Proficiency with tax and accounting software, advanced Excel skills, and comfort working with large data sets
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Prior experience in excise tax, sales tax, accounts payable, or the energy/fuel industry is highly beneficial

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Research tax laws and monitor changes impacting the petroleum industry.
• Maintain accurate tax records and collaborate with accounting and finance teams.
• Assist with fuel tax specifics and related regulatory compliance.

Skills

Tax expertise

Tax preparation

Tax planning

Tax law understanding

Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

Tools

Tax software

Excel

Job description

Petroleum Traders Corporation is seeking a Tax Specialist to prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for a Fort Wayne, IN base. You will focus on fuel-related and excise tax compliance, researching tax laws and updating practices to ensure timely filing and payment.

The role requires strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration. Day-to-day duties include maintaining tax records, coordinating with accounting and finance teams, and addressing tax questions from