Senior Tax Accountant

Colibri Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider located in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their tax team. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of experience with sales and use tax, as well as a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. They will be responsible for the filing of tax returns for multiple entities and managing state notices. The position offers opportunities to engage in a supportive team environment within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• CPA or plan to pursue CPA.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns for multiple entities.
• Manage state notices and correspondence with taxing authorities.
• Assist with federal and state tax audits as needed.

Skills

Sales and use tax experience

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to prioritize and organize

Understanding of tax law

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Avalara

Spreadsheet software

Job description

At Colibri Group, culture is a critical part of our collective success, and we live our values everyday: Love, Joy, Boldness, Teamwork, and Curiosity. These values guide our interactions with each other, our customers, and the community.

Position Overview

Colibri Group is currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join our tax team. The ideal candidate will have sales and use tax experience and preferably 2-3 years of industry or public accounting experience. In this role, you will be responsible for the filing of sales and use tax returns for multiple entities, including preparation as well as analysis of the returns through our sales tax software, Avalara. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for the filing of property tax returns and maintaining business licenses, annual reports, etc. There will also be opportunities to support other areas of tax such as domestic and international income tax, as well as tax accounting (ASC740), but prior experience in these areas is not required.

Position Requirements & Major Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation, filing, and administration of tax returns, which include sales and use tax, property tax, etc.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation, filing, and administration of business licenses and annual reports.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reconciliations and other month-end duties to support the accounting function.
• Manage state notices and correspondence with federal and state taxing authorities.
• Assist with federal and state tax audits, as needed.
• Perform tax research and stay informed of latest tax law changes and industry trends.
• Communicate and problem-solve tax-related items with other departments and members of the business.
• Coordinate and work with outside service providers, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 2-3 years of tax experience in either public accounting or industry
• CPA or plan to pursue CPA
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to use computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, etc.)
• Ability to work independently

About Colibri Group

Colibri Group is building the future of professional education. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Colibri Group is one of the pioneers of online professional education, introducing some of the first web-based professional education courses in 2001. Students and professionals start and advance their careers through the company’s online and in-person learning solutions for licensing, continuing education, test preparation and professional development.

Today, we proudly serve over one million customers each year and employ more than 900 mission-aligned professionals. Our family of brands are the leading online professional education platforms in their respective end-markets. We provide a holistic learning experience for students and professionals to achieve more and thrive throughout their careers in real estate, financial services, teacher education, healthcare, valuation and property services, accounting, among other professions. Visit www.colibrigroup.com for more information.

Colibri Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Colibri Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.