Multi-State Tax Compliance Specialist

Foster McKay; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster McKay is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join its collaborative accounting and tax team in New Jersey. This role focuses on hands-on experience across sales & use tax, property tax, business licensing, and state and local tax compliance within a multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional environment.

The Tax Accountant will manage key compliance activities for U.S. entities, partnering with internal teams and third‑party providers to ensure accurate and timely filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in sales & use tax, property tax, business licensing, or related tax/accounting function.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, advanced formulas).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with solid organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage registration and renewal of sales tax permits and licenses across jurisdictions.
• Prepare, file, and coordinate property tax filings for multiple entities and locations.
• Maintain accurate property information for company locations and track licenses.
• Open and close property tax accounts as locations change or expand to ensure compliance.
• Assist with property tax and sales & use tax audits, gathering data and documentation.
• Research and resolve federal, state, and local tax notices and compliance issues.
• Coordinate with third‑party tax providers to gather, upload, review, and reconcile filings.
• Obtain, renew, distribute, and track business licenses and certificates across jurisdictions.
• Monitor licensing deadlines and maintain compliance across locations.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Foster McKay is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join its collaborative accounting and tax team in New Jersey. This role focuses on hands-on experience across sales & use tax, property tax, business licensing, and state and local tax compliance within a multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional environment.

The Tax Accountant will manage key compliance activities for U.S. entities, partnering with internal teams and third‑party providers to ensure accurate and timely filings.