Tax Accountant

Dead River Company; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Dead River Company in South Portland, ME is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our Finance team. The role focuses on indirect taxes, including sales and excise tax, with responsibilities for filings, guidance, and compliance.

Based at our Corporate office in South Portland, the position offers growth in tax and treasury functions. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of accounting/tax experience and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in an accounting, tax, or related financial environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly sales tax and excise tax filings accurately and on schedule.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding the proper treatment of sales, use, and excise tax transactions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax updates, assess business impact, and communicate changes to key stakeholders.
• Maintain tax records and support documentation required for tax returns, estimates, extensions, and related schedules.
• Assist in preparing responses to tax inquiries and audits.
• Participate in special projects and department initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements related to tax compliance, reporting, and documentation.
• Serve as a backup for treasury cash management activities as needed.
• Support treasury-related functions and projects as assigned by the Tax Manager - Indirect Tax.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel

Epicor

Education

Bachelors in Accounting/Business

Tools

Epicor

Job description

Running Hill Road
South Portland, ME 04106, USA

Description

This position is based out of our Corporate office in South Portland, ME

Salary Range- $66,000-$99,000- Based on experience

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our Finance team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the complete, accurate, and timely preparation, reconciliation, and reporting of tax-related matters, with a primary focus on indirect taxes. The successful candidate will support tax compliance efforts, assist with audits and inquiries, contribute to process improvements, and provide guidance on sales, use, and excise tax matters throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly sales tax and excise tax filings accurately and on schedule.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding the proper treatment of sales, use, and excise tax transactions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax updates, assess business impact, and communicate changes to key stakeholders.
• Maintain tax records and support documentation required for tax returns, estimates, extensions, and related schedules.
• Assist in preparing responses to tax inquiries and audits.
• Participate in special projects and department initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements related to tax compliance, reporting, and documentation.
• Serve as a backup for treasury cash management activities as needed.
• Support treasury-related functions and projects as assigned by the Tax Manager - Indirect Tax.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in an accounting, tax, or related financial environment.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of GAAP principles and basic tax and accounting concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience with general ledger accounting systems; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Commitment to maintaining strong accounting controls and process accuracy.

Working Relationships

This position frequently collaborates with colleagues in Treasury, Accounting, and Operations, as well as managers and employees across the Energy division.

Decision-Making Authority

The Tax Accountant is responsible for making routine decisions related to assigned duties and responsibilities. More complex or unusual issues are escalated to the Tax Manager - Indirect Tax for guidance and resolution.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their tax expertise, contribute to process improvements, and gain exposure to both tax and treasury functions in a dynamic business environment.

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