Sales & Use Tax Specialist: Data-Driven Compliance Pro

Darwill; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwill, a data-driven growth and tax specialist firm in Illinois, seeks a Sales Tax & Accounting Specialist to ensure accurate multi-state tax reporting and compliance while supporting broader accounting operations.

The role handles tax returns, nexus monitoring, exemption certificates, audits, fixed assets, inventory reconciliations, and related journal entries, requiring strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subject.
• 3-5 years of proven work experience as a Tax/Cost Accountant, analyst or preparer.
• Experience with Sales & Use tax across multiple states.
• Familiarity with accounting software and MS Office (Excel).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Calculate multi-state sales tax for multiple customers.
• Organize and update company tax files.
• Ensure compliance across states and monitor nexus requirements.
• Prepare monthly tax returns and payments.
• Liaise with auditors and maintain exemption certificates.
• Maintain fixed assets and cost ledger entries.
• Conduct monthly inventory reconciliations and depreciation.
• Assist with other accounting tasks as needed.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Darwill, a data-driven growth and tax specialist firm in Illinois, seeks a Sales Tax & Accounting Specialist to ensure accurate multi-state tax reporting and compliance while supporting broader accounting operations.

The role handles tax returns, nexus monitoring, exemption certificates, audits, fixed assets, inventory reconciliations, and related journal entries, requiring strong Excel skills and attention to detail.