Indirect Tax Associate

Mill Creek Residential; Paramus (NJ); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate management firm is hiring an Indirect Tax Associate to work fully remote. Responsibilities include preparing tax compliance items, analyzing tax implications for deals, and supporting the Indirect Tax Senior Manager. Candidates should have a degree in accounting or taxation and 2-4 years of relevant tax experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• Must have high ethical standards and be trustworthy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review indirect tax compliance items.
• Analyze indirect tax considerations for deals.
• Facilitate timely payments of indirect taxes.

Skills

Proactive

Detail oriented

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or taxation

Master's degree in accounting or taxation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Yardi

Job description

At Mill Creek Residential we are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where our associates can grow and bring their whole selves to work. This starts with our recruiting and hiring process. We want you to know that we encourage you to apply if this job excites you, even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or another role and make your mark at Mill Creek.

The Indirect Tax Associate reports to the Indirect Tax Senior Manager and Tax Vice President and will assist with preparing, reviewing, and coordinating with third-party tax preparers on internal and state/local jurisdictional compliance items relating to real estate property taxes, personal property taxes, sales and use taxes, and business license taxes. This role will assist in finding innovative and efficient tax solutions to align our processes with deadlines and the business objectives for the Company. This position is a fully remote position.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or review, and facilitate the timely completion of indirect tax compliance items and planning under supervision of the Indirect Tax Senior Manager to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness for the areas of real estate property taxes, personal property taxes, sales and use taxes, and business license taxes, and 1099 forms

• Analyze indirect tax considerations for new and dissolving deals and managing compliance listing for internal and external preparer deadlines

• Facilitate timely payments of indirect taxes to tax jurisdictions

• Be a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on a variety of complex indirect tax issues

• Prepare or review accrual calculations and support for real estate and personal property taxes, and other indirect taxes

• Post journal entries in accounting system for indirect tax accruals

• Assist with managing and maintenance of real estate and personal property tax parcel database

• Document, track, and research indirect tax notices received

• Contact tax jurisdictions to inquire about indirect tax notices and prepare official responses for review

• Assist with various indirect tax audits as needed

• Responsible for dispersing accurate information to third-party preparers requiring coordination of data from multiple internal departments

• Facilitate discussions, answer questions, and manage relationships with external tax preparers

• Assist with supervising and directing the workload for third-party tax preparers

• Provide support and innovation efforts for continuous improvement and efficiencies of the processes and methodologies used in the tax department and between third-party preparers

• Work with others in the tax department to properly document policies and procedures for the tax department and third-party preparers

• Identify and meet Company needs, provide support, and reduce risk by leveraging the internal range of services and extensive external resources for various lines of service

• Provide guidance and technical assistance to internal departments with regard to indirect tax issues as they arise

• Identify opportunities for indirect tax savings, tax department savings and reduced engagement team internal/external costs

• Ensure all indirect tax compliance and related support is prepared and filed timely

• Support the Indirect Tax Senior Manager and Tax Vice President with research for technical memos when necessary to document indirect tax legislation or issues, or assist in documenting indirect tax matters

• Stay current, research, and plan for current law and changes to indirect tax legislation

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation or Master’s degree in accounting or taxation

• 2-4 years of tax experience in public accounting, industry, and/or accounting experience

• Must be proactive, self-directed, and highly motivated

• Must be an energetic, forward-thinking, strategic and growth-minded individual with high ethical standards

• Must be trustworthy and able to effectively communicate information verbally and in writing

• Takes initiative, takes ownership for actions, and sets examples for others

• Ability to successfully multitask and make quick and effective decisions

• Ability to set and meet goals, and consistently meet deadlines

• Ability to thrive and be flexible in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment

• Ability to provide input and suggestions on process improvements and new processes

• Detail oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills

• Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze financial statements, such as profit and loss statements, general ledgers, and budgets

• Proficiency in use of computers and software, including use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and experience in utilizing an accounting software system

• Understanding of and sensitivity to confidential information

Skills/Specialized Kno w ledge

• Real Estate or Construction industry experience preferred

• Experience with Real Estate Property Taxes, Personal Property Taxes, Business License & Gross Receipts Taxes, Sales & Use Taxes, 1099 Forms

• Yardi and property tax database software knowledge and experience a plus

Work E n v i ronment

• Varies and included working in an office setting.

• Less than 5% travel likely

Mill Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Are you ready to contribute to the success of Mill Creek Residential? If so, apply today and become part of an organization that believes in uncompromising integrity, celebrating successes, continuous improvement, and working hard, smart and together!