Sales and Use Tax Specialist

Sikich; Menasha (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sikich is seeking an Indirect Tax Specialist in Menasha, WI. This hybrid, temp-to-perm role focuses on sales and use tax compliance, requiring strong Excel skills and ability to interpret tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will maintain records, support audits, and handle related tax processes with attention to detail. Responsibilities include tax research, preparing filings, and maintaining tax exemption certificates while collaborating across teams in a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Accounting.
• 2–4 years of finance and tax experience.
• Experience with sales and use tax compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Research sales and use tax laws and compliance requirements by state and locality.
• Maintain accurate tax information for projects and update records as regulations change.
• Assist with preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns and audits.

Skills

Excel

Tax research

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Tools

Viewpoint software

Avalara

Job description

Back Sales and Use Tax Specialist
Tax Menasha , Wisconsin Temp/Contract Oct 12, 2026 Indirect Tax Specialist
Location: Menasha, WI (Hybrid - 3 days Onsite, 2 days Remote)
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm
Schedule: Monday-Friday, between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM (flexibility required)
Travel: 5-10%
Compensation: $25-$35/hour (DOE)

Position Summary

We are seeking an Indirect Tax Specialist to support our organization's sales and use tax compliance functions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in sales and use tax, strong Excel skills, and the ability to research and interpret tax regulations.
The Tax Specialist will be responsible for maintaining tax compliance records, preparing and filing tax-related documentation, supporting audits, and managing various tax processes. This role requires someone who is collaborative, adaptable, and committed to learning existing processes before recommending improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Research sales and use tax laws and compliance requirements using state and local websites and other research tools.
• Maintain accurate tax information for project startups and update records as tax laws and requirements change.
• Process new project startups and maintain project master data.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns.
• Support sales and use tax audits as needed.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of sales and use tax general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and maintain tax exemption certificates.
• Manage annual property tax bill administration.
• Handle business license registrations and renewals.
• Prepare annual state filings.
• Complete special tax-related projects as assigned.
• Obtain and maintain customer tax exemption certificates and exemption listings.
• Respond to customer inquiries related to sales and use taxes.
• Maintain no-tax vendor listings and perform quarterly self-assessments of taxes.
• Create and maintain state tax filing spreadsheets.
• Amend state tax returns as necessary.
• Maintain and update headquarters tax code listings.
• Create postings of sales tax due to the appropriate states for Excellerate transactions.
• Assist with corporate income tax filings as workload permits.
• Assist with personal income tax return preparation for high-net-worth shareholders as workload permits.
• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Accounting

Experience

• 2-4 years of finance and tax experience
• Specific experience with sales and use tax compliance required

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Experience working with and manipulating large volumes of financial data in Excel
• Proficiency using a PC and business software applications
• Experience with Viewpoint software preferred
• Ability to conduct effective tax research and interpret tax regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience filing sales and use tax returns across multiple states
• Experience working with ERP-generated financial data exports
• Familiarity with Avalara is helpful but not required

What We're Looking For

• A strong team player who collaborates effectively with others
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Willing to learn and understand existing processes before proposing changes
• Patient, professional, and receptive to feedback
• Committed to delivering accurate and timely work
• Focused on continuous improvement while respecting established business practices