Indirect Tax Accountant

Robert Bosch Group; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch is seeking an indirect tax accountant with a continuous improvement mindset and excellent communication skills. The role handles US and Canadian indirect tax compliance, tax technology initiatives, and governance, working with Tax, Accounting, Purchasing, Sales, IT, and External Providers.

The candidate will ensure timely compliance and drive process improvements while collaborating across business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3+ years in a corporate environment; national/regional accounting or indirect tax firm
• 3+ years US indirect tax (Sales, gross receipts taxes, property taxes) compliance, audit and research experience
• 2+ years proficiency with indirect tax systems (Vertex); ERP (SAP); and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., advanced Excel functions: pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling).
• 1+ years proficiency with data analytic; desktop automation, data visualization and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely completion of indirect tax (US state and local sales, use tax and gross receipts tax; Canadian GST; VAT; Property Tax, Unclaimed Property) compliance and reporting.
• Lead sales & use tax nexus determination, registrations and renewals.
• Responsible for indirect tax payments, notices, and correspondences.
• Prepare Form W-9 and annual federal Form 1099 reporting.
• Processing and management of sales tax exemption certificate system.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to standardize and automate indirect tax area.
• Assist with implementing policy and procedures in the indirect tax area.
• Assist with tax technology implementations.
• Assist with indirect tax audits.
• Provide support and assistance in all aspects of tax compliance functions to include technical research and analysis.
• Ability to interact professionally with business units and other staff members.

Skills

Indirect tax compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Vertex

SAP

Excel

Job description

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Job Description

Bosch is seeking an indirect tax accountant with continuous improvement mindset and excellent communication skills. This role is designed for a professional who has mastered the fundamentals of US and Canadian indirect tax compliance and is ready to take ownership of complex projects, including tax technology initiatives and indirect tax compliance, research and governance. The outgoing, collaborative and initiative-taking candidate will be responsible for tax controls and ensuring efficient operations for Bosch entities by improving processes, data analysis and technology. Position will work closely with Tax, Accounting, Purchasing, Sales, IT, Business Units, Tax Jurisdictions and External Providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely completion of indirect tax (US state and local sales, use tax and gross receipts tax; Canadian GST; VAT; Property Tax, Unclaimed Property) compliance and reporting.
• Lead sales & use tax nexus determination, registrations and renewals.
• Responsible for indirect tax payments, notices, and correspondences.
• Prepare Form W-9 and annual federal Form 1099 reporting.
• Processing and management of sales tax exemption certificate system.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to standardize and automate indirect tax area.
• Assist with implementing policy and procedures in the indirect tax area.
• Assist with tax technology implementations.
• Assist with indirect tax audits.
• Provide support and assistance in all aspects of tax compliance functions to include technical research and analysis.
• Ability to interact professionally with business units and other staff members.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years in a corporate environment; national/regional accounting or indirect tax firm
• 3+ years US indirect tax (Sales, gross receipts taxes, property taxes) compliance, audit and research experience
• 2+ years proficiency with indirect tax systems (Vertex); ERP (SAP); and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., advanced Excel functions: pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling).
• 1+ years proficiency with data analytic; desktop automation, data visualization and AI tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Master’s Degree
• Canadian indirect tax and VAT experience
• Strong critical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets, concepts and communicate findings to non-tax stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and concurrently manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills including negotiating, interpersonal, networking, and written skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Relocation not available

In addition to your base compensation, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plans with an employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave, adoption assistance; and reimbursement of education expenses.

Learn more about our full benefits offerings by visiting: www.myboschbenefits.com . Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits.

Please note that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

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