Sales & Use Tax Analyst: Compliance & Research

CarMax; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Sales Tax Analyst to ensure compliance with state sales and use tax laws. The role involves researching and implementing tax rate or law changes, preparing monthly compliance, and supporting projects related to CarMax initiatives to reduce tax risk.

The position is based at the CarMax Home Office in Richmond, VA, with onsite work four days per week. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and at least two years of tax experience are required.

Qualifications

• Think logically and conduct root cause analysis.
• Identify potential issues and present solutions; partners appropriately.
• Analyze data and reports; uses the information to make decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships.
• Provide “win-win” solutions while resolving customer service issues in a positive and professional manner.
• Organize work; prioritizes and manages time well.
• Use functional knowledge while serving as a resource for internal customers.
• Identify and champion changes in business processes.
• Embrace change; manage emotions.
• Challenge others and the status quo appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly tax compliance including reconciling general ledger to monthly reporting and filling out necessary forms.
• Communication that includes responding to the less demanding tax inquiries by external and internal customers either in written or verbal exchanges.
• Under general guidance of team manager and senior analyst conduct research for new business initiatives, projects and assist senior analysts with tax audits.
• Under general guidance of team manager and senior analyst monitor state tax legislation changes and assist in determining impacts to the company.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Decision making

Relationship building

Time management

Change management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CarMax is seeking a Sales Tax Analyst to ensure compliance with state sales and use tax laws. The role involves researching and implementing tax rate or law changes, preparing monthly compliance, and supporting projects related to CarMax initiatives to reduce tax risk.

The position is based at the CarMax Home Office in Richmond, VA, with onsite work four days per week. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and at least two years of tax experience are required.