Tax Analyst - Indirect Tax

TALENT Software Services; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services is seeking a Tax Analyst for a 12-month contract in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The role requires 3-5 years of experience and focuses on indirect tax compliance, including preparing and filing tax returns across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and strong knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax regulations. The position offers the chance for a long-term extension, with opportunities for process improvements and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably within financial services.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns.
• Calculate and accrue use tax on bank purchases.
• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure timely remittance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Education

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

Tools

Vertex

Avalara

Job description

Tax Analyst (Indirect Tax - Sales & Use)

Talent Software Services is seeking a Tax Analyst for a 12‑month contract position in Bloomfield Hills, MI, with a strong chance for long‑term extension.

We are looking for a detail‑oriented professional with 3‑5 years of experience to support indirect tax compliance for a national banking organization. The role involves accurate calculation, reporting, and remittance of sales and use taxes across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. This position offers exposure to complex financial services operations and the opportunity to partner with cross‑functional teams including finance, operations, procurement, and legal.

Primary Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns across multiple states and local jurisdictions
• Calculate and accrue use tax on bank purchases, fixed assets, and vendor invoices
• Review invoices and transactions to determine proper tax treatment and applicability
• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure timely and accurate remittance of tax liabilities
• Maintain and update taxability matrices and jurisdictional tax rules
• Support audits by responding to information requests and preparing documentation
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the organization
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Procurement, and business units to ensure proper tax treatment on transactions
• Assist in process improvements and automation initiatives within the tax function
• Support implementation and maintenance of tax systems and tools (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, or similar)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably within financial services or a large corporate environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax regulations and multi‑state compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, reconciliations, pivot tables)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred

• Experience in the banking, financial services, or retail industries
• Exposure to lease taxation, digital products/services taxability, or fixed asset tax treatment
• Analytical rigour and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration
• Continuous improvement mindset