Senior Tax Accountant

Structural Group Inc.; Scaggsville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays & vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Structural Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage U.S. sales and use tax compliance for multiple entities and support income tax workpapers.

The role requires strong attention to detail, independent management of filing deadlines, and excellent communication with operations and tax authorities. The position follows a standard 40-hour workweek with no travel, offering competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a national company with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; master's in Accounting/Tax a plus.
• U.S. sales and use tax compliance experience required; in-house tax experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. sales and use tax concepts and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in U.S. federal and state income tax concepts and familiarity with GAAP.
• CPA certification, Vertex experience, and Canadian sales tax knowledge are a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. sales and use tax compliance for 10 entities, overseeing Vertex return filings and reviewing accuracy.
• Prepare and file multiple indirect tax returns in-house accurately and on time.
• Maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and due-date checklist.
• Assist with income tax workpapers for U.S. and Canadian entities.
• Provide timely, accurate sales and use tax guidance to operations and field teams.
• Conduct tax research and translate findings into practical guidance for internal stakeholders.
• Correspond with taxing authorities and prepare technical letters as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

English communication

Independence & time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting/Tax or related field

Tools

Vertex tax software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Structural Group, Inc., develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges.

The Senior Tax Accountant manages U.S. sales and use tax compliance, supports income tax workpapers, and provides practical tax guidance to operations and field teams. This individual contributor role has no direct reports and requires strong technical knowledge, accuracy, and independent management of filing deadlines. The position follows a 40-hour workweek with no travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. sales and use tax compliance for 10 entities, including overseeing Vertex return filings, preparing and submitting workpapers, and reviewing returns for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare and file multiple indirect tax returns in-house accurately and on time
• Maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and due-date checklist to meet filing and payment obligations
• Assist with income tax workpapers for U.S. and Canadian entities
• Provide timely, accurate sales and use tax guidance to operations and field teams
• Conduct tax research and translate complex findings into clear, practical guidance for internal stakeholders
• Correspond with taxing authorities and prepare professional technical letters as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or a related field a plus
• Demonstrated U.S. sales and use tax compliance experience, including preparing and/or reviewing returns; in-house corporate tax experience preferred
• Strong understanding of U.S. sales and use tax concepts and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in U.S. federal and state income tax concepts and familiarity with U.S. GAAP
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and reconcile large data sets
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills to correspond with taxing authorities and clearly explain tax guidance
• Highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented; able to work independently, manage a high volume of responsibilities, meet critical deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• CPA certification, Vertex experience, and experience with Canadian sales tax or global VAT are a plus, but not required

Structural Group, Inc. is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment. EOE/M/F/D/V