Sales & Use Tax Accountant

RPC Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 59,236; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consulting firm in Dallas is looking for a Sales & Use Tax Accountant to handle compliance and reporting. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in sales tax accounting. Responsibilities include overseeing tax compliance, managing audits, and handling intercompany transactions. Strong skills in Excel and GAAP knowledge are essential. This role offers a contract employment type with a competitive hourly rate, working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales tax accounting and intercompany transactions.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP is required.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including V-lookups and Pivot Tables.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sales & use tax compliance, including reviewing invoices and preparing returns.
• Manage business license applications and renewals.
• Support state income and sales tax audits.

Skills

Sales tax accounting

Intercompany transactions

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Dynamics AX

SAP

Oracle HFM

SureTax

Job description

We’re searching for a driven, detail‑obsessed Sales & Use Tax Accountant who thrives in a fast‑moving, process‑oriented environment. If you love research, precision, and creating order out of complexity, this is a role where you can truly shine. Temporary to possible permanent role.

This range is provided by RPC Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $43.00/hr

What You’ll Do

• Oversee sales & use tax compliance, including reviewing invoices, preparing in‑house returns, and gathering data for monthly cycles.
• Ensure timely, accurate completion of monthly compliance activities.
• Maintain full compliance with state and local tax laws.
• Lead and coordinate sales, use, and property tax requirements across the business.
• Reconcile annual fixed asset schedules for property tax reporting.
• Research and interpret tax rules and regulations.
• Prepare miscellaneous tax returns and maintain tax licenses.
• Support state income and sales tax audits.
• Manage business license applications and renewals.
• Assist with special projects—such as building unclaimed property processes.
• Own key parts of month‑end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Handle intercompany transactions and related GL activity.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• 5+ years of experience in sales tax accounting, intercompany transactions, and state licensing
• Experience with Canadian tax returns is a plus
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (V‑lookups, Pivot Tables)
• Proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Word
• Experience with Dynamics AX, SAP, Oracle HFM, STO, or SureTax is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization
• A proactive mindset—self‑starter, problem solver, and process‑improver
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, collaborative attitude

Who Thrives Here

• ✔ Highly analytical
• ✔ Naturally organized
• ✔ Confident in their accounting fundamentals
• ✔ Motivated by solving problems
• ✔ Excited to support a global, fast‑moving operation

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Analyst

Industries

• Hospitality and Accounting