Tax Accountant

The Intersect Group; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work in a modern, amenity-rich campus

Long-term stability

Potential for professional development

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Marietta, GA is looking for a Tax Accountant to manage sales tax compliance and support month-end closing activities. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in sales tax, strong Excel skills, and be familiar with ERP systems like SAP. This position offers exposure to senior finance leadership and opportunities for professional growth within a respected global organization.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on sales tax experience with indirect tax.
• Experience with multi-state sales tax returns.
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle sales tax compliance including filing across jurisdictions.
• Perform month-end and year-end close tasks including journal entries.
• Support general ledger activities with audit requirements.

Skills

Sales tax compliance

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

OneSource Indirect Tax Compliance

Excel

Job description

Location: Marietta, GA (Onsite)
Type: Direct Hire
Presented by: The Intersect Group

Tax Accountant

Company Overview

We are supporting a global manufacturing leader that has been the gold standard in the printing industry for more than 170 years. With nearly 19,000 employees across 170 countries, the organization is known for precision engineering, innovation, and exceptional product quality. Their U.S. headquarters, recently relocated to a modern and amenity-rich campus in Marietta, supports operations across North America and plays a critical role in delivering equipment, consumables, software, and technical services to customers worldwide. The company offers a cohesive team culture, long‑term stability, and the opportunity to contribute to a respected global brand.

Role Summary

The Tax Accountant will support the U.S. tax function through accurate sales tax reporting, month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, and audit support. This role is ideal for a detail‑driven tax professional with strong experience in multi‑state indirect tax, general ledger accounting, and ERP systems.

Reporting to the Tax Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance across nearly all U.S. jurisdictions, maintaining accurate tax documentation, and supporting continuous process improvements. This position offers direct exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to work within a multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute full‑cycle sales tax compliance, including preparing, filing, and remitting returns across multiple state and local jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure proper collection and documentation of sales tax data.
• Maintain and validate sales tax exemption certificates through OneSource Certificate Manager.
• Perform month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close tasks including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support general ledger activities and maintain documentation for internal and external audit requirements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes with a focus on tax‑related activity and financial insight.
• Prepare schedules and respond to inquiries during federal, state, and internal audits.
• Utilize SAP to research transactions, validate tax postings, and support accounting accuracy.
• Apply knowledge of multi‑state sales tax rules, requirements, and systems to ensure full compliance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax and accounting workflows.

Systems Knowledge

• OneSource Indirect Tax Compliance & Certificate Manager
• OneSource Income Tax RS Express Go (helpful but not required)
• Checkpoint Tax Research
• SAP (strong preference)

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of hands‑on sales tax experience, with a focus on indirect tax across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience preparing multi‑state returns (company operates in most U.S. states).
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, CSV exports).
• General ledger experience and familiarity with audit processes.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP; exposure to IFRS is a plus.
• Proficiency with ERP systems—SAP strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, remain organized, and support team‑oriented collaboration.

Preferred Skills

• Sales tax exemption certificate management experience.
• OneSource Indirect Tax or related tax technology expertise.
• Stable work history (company is sensitive to frequent short‑term moves).

Why This Opportunity

• Join a globally respected manufacturing leader with 170+ years of industry excellence.
• Work in a newly renovated, spacious U.S. headquarters with strong amenities.
• Engage in meaningful, hands‑on tax compliance and accounting work with room to expand your technical expertise.
• Collaborate closely with a cohesive finance and tax team.
• Potential for long‑term professional development within a multinational organization.

Call to Action

If you are a skilled tax professional seeking a stable, high‑impact role within a respected global organization, apply today through The Intersect Group with your resume and contact information. We will reach out promptly to discuss next steps and interview timelines.