Tax Analyst II, US Indirect - (req72393)

Sterling Kohler; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 69,650 - 105,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

Kohler in Kohler, WI is seeking a Tax Analyst II to support the US indirect tax function, handling compliance, reporting, tax research, planning, and system enhancements in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

You will independently analyze indirect tax data, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable recommendations to improve processes and accuracy across tax cycles. The role includes preparing monthly workpapers, filing returns, and supporting audits and data analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of tax, accounting, or finance experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in data analysis and identifying trends.
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Experience with SAP and Vertex is a plus.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize monthly compliance workpapers.
• File assigned sales and use tax returns, unclaimed property returns, and coordinate payments to ensure accuracy and meet deadlines.
• Research and respond to sales/use tax inquiries from internal and external stakeholders promptly and accurately, providing guidance on indirect tax requirements and processes.
• Review, approve, and upload customer resale and exemption certificates.
• Support indirect tax audits by gathering and providing backup documentation.
• Analyze large data sets to identify tax risks and opportunities.
• Recommend corrective actions for tax software mappings.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance indirect tax compliance, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Research tax legislation and regulatory developments and assess potential impacts to business processes and compliance requirements.
• Prepare 1099 reporting for assigned legal entities.
• Assist with other reporting and special projects, as requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Vertex

Job description

Tax Analyst II, US Indirect

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

This role supports the indirect tax function for multiple U.S. and Canadian legal entities. It offers the opportunity to work on compliance and reporting, tax research, planning, defense, and system enhancements while collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the organization. The role independently analyzes indirect tax data, identifies compliance risks and opportunities, and provides recommendations to improve tax processes and compliance outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize monthly compliance workpapers.
• File assigned sales and use tax returns, unclaimed property returns, and coordinate payments to ensure accuracy and meet deadlines.
• Research and respond to sales/use tax inquiries from internal and external stakeholders promptly and accurately, providing guidance on indirect tax requirements and processes.
• Review, approve, and upload customer resale and exemption certificates.
• Support indirect tax audits by gathering and providing backup documentation.
• Analyze large data sets to identify tax risks and opportunities.
• Recommend corrective actions for tax software mappings.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance indirect tax compliance, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Research tax legislation and regulatory developments and assess potential impacts to business processes and compliance requirements.
• Prepare 1099 reporting for assigned legal entities.
• Assist with other reporting and special projects, as requested.

Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant tax, accounting, or finance experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to take initiative.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact professionally with internal and external partners under pressure.
• Experience with SAP and Vertex is a plus, not required.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

This position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation. The salary range for this position is $69,650 - $105,850.

Day 1 benefits are available and you will have access to benefit programs from your first day with no waiting period.

EEO Statement

The organization is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and employs non‑discriminatory hiring practices. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for accommodations.