Sales Tax Accountant

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Tax Accountant for a contract position in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves daily, monthly, and quarterly sales tax tasks, plus ad hoc projects, in a dynamic corporate environment.

You will work with Avalara, Salesforce, and ERP systems in a hybrid office layout, contributing to accurate tax filings and compliance across multiple states. This is a hands-on accounting role with room for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting or related field.
• Excel proficiency with pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with Avalara, Salesforce, Dynamics AX, and MAS ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review sales tax requests and adjustments from customers and prepare adjusting journal entries.
• Upload sales tax exemption certificates.
• Prepare reconciliations between ERP and Avalara for seven entities across 206 states.
• Review and approve managed returns filed through Avalara.
• Prepare and file approximately five manual sales tax returns each month.
• Assist with sales tax audit requests as needed.
• Help prepare Secretary of State and Department of Revenue registrations for new state registrations when applicable.
• Research sales tax exemption rules on Department of Revenue websites.

Skills

Sales tax management

GL reconciliation

Journal entries

Month-end close

Sales tax procedures

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in accounting

Tools

Avalara

Salesforce

Dynamics AX

MAS ERP

Job description

Job Title: Sales Tax Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sales Tax Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will manage daily, monthly, and quarterly sales tax-related tasks and assist with ad hoc projects. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys a mix of routine and varied responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Review sales tax requests and adjustments from customers and prepare the necessary adjusting journal entries.
• Upload sales tax exemption certificates efficiently.
• Prepare reconciliations between ERP and Avalara for seven entities across 206 states.
• Review and approve managed returns filed through Avalara.
• Prepare and file approximately five manual sales tax returns each month.
• Assist with sales tax audit requests as needed.
• Help prepare Secretary of State and Department of Revenue registrations for new state registrations when applicable.
• Research sales tax exemption rules on Department of Revenue websites.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in sales tax management and general ledger reconciliation.
• Experience with journal entries and month-end processes.
• Familiarity with sales and use tax procedures.
• 1-2+ years of experience in an operational accounting role with a focus on sales tax.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in Excel, particularly pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.
• Experience with Avalara, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics AX, and MAS ERP systems.

Work Environment

Join a large corporate accounting team consisting of 30-40 people. Work in a cool office with a fun and smart Accounting & Finance team. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule with office days from Tuesday to Thursday and work-from-home options on Monday and Friday. The company is undergoing a transition phase due to an acquisition by a global sciences organization, offering a unique consulting opportunity. This role involves working extensively with Avalara, Salesforce, Excel, AX, and D365 systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.