Tax Staff Accountant

Bonterra Tech; United States; Remote; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Bonterra is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant to own tax-related accounting activities, including reviewing sales tax exemption certificates, compiling data for filings, and reconciling tax accounts. You will support audits, provide information for returns, and help improve processes.

The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving and communication skills and is comfortable in a complex environment. You are expected to work with cross-functional teams, leverage Excel and Avalara, and apply U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Familiarity with Avalara is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming sales tax exemption and resale certificates from customers for completeness and compliance.
• Follow up with customers and internal teams to obtain missing certificates.
• Research and resolve sales tax exemption inquiries from customers and internal teams.
• Support sales tax audits by assembling certificates and supporting documentation.
• Assist with tax-related requests, investigating issues and following up on deliverables.
• Provide information to consultants to prepare and file tax returns.
• Document policies, procedures and workflows for responsibility areas.
• Develop process improvements to reduce errors and improve efficiency.

Skills

US GAAP

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tax accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Avalara

Job description

Mexico Based Salary: $340,000 - $425,000 MXN

About Us

Bonterra exists to propel every doer of good to their peak impact. We measure that impact against our vision to increase the giving rate as a percentage of GDP from 2% to 3% by 2033. We know that this goal is lofty, but we are confident that the right technology and expertise will strengthen trust in the sector, allowing the social good industry to accelerate growth and reach peak impact. Bonterra's differentiated, end-to-end solutions collectively support a unique network of over 20,000 customers, including over 16,000 nonprofit organizations and over 50 percent of Fortune 100 companies. Learn more at bonterratech.com.

About the Role

As a Tax Staff Accountant supporting the Accounting team, you will own aspects of tax-related accounting activities ranging from reviewing sales tax exemption certificates, compiling data required for various tax & compliance filings, and helping to reconcile tax-related accounts. The ideal candidate has excellent problem-solving and communication skills and enjoys working in a challenging and complex environment. In this role, you will:

• Review incoming sales tax exemption and resale certificates from customers for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with state-specific requirements.
• Follow up with customers and internal teams to obtain missing, expired, or deficient certificates.
• Research and resolve sales tax exemption-related inquiries from customers & internal team members.
• Support sales tax audits by assembling certificates and supporting documentation for state auditors.
• Assist with tax-related requests from internal and external sources, investigating issues and following up on deliverables.
• Provide outside consultants with the financial information needed to prepare and file various tax and business returns.
• Contribute to the efficiency of the accounting team by participating in cross-training, sharing job responsibilities, and serving as position backup for other team members.
• Document policies, procedures and workflows for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives, to reduce errors, improve efficiency, remove redundancy, expedite reporting and enhancing business reporting initiatives.

Who You Are:

You are an experienced staff accountant who loves being hands-on and digging into the details. You get excited about problem-solving and improving processes and procedures. You love numbers and understand the complexities of various types of taxes. You enjoy being part of a team that works together to support the continued success of the company as a whole.

• A proven background in tax accounting encouraged but not required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Minimum of 1 years' accounting experience.
• Familiarity with Avalara is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented and intensely deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to relate and communicate effectively across all levels of staff inside and outside the department.
• Ability to prioritize projects, quickly determine the requirements to accomplish them, and analyze the processes to figure out how to simplify, automate and improve them for increased efficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and a sense of strong business ethics.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret documentation against regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (lookups, pivot tables, data validation)

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

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Our Culture

At Bonterra, we're innovating with a higher purpose: to increase giving to 3% of US GDP by 2033, creating $573 billion more in global impact every year. At Bonterra, we foster an inclusive, equitable culture where every team member belongs and contributes to meaningful impact. Read more about our values and culture here.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and growth - explore full details here.

Compensation and benefits for this U.S. role apply to regular full-time and part-time employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours a week. Pay reflects location, skills, experience, and education, and is one part of Bonterra’s total rewards package, which may include bonuses, incentives, and equity. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-subsidized premiums, unlimited Flexible Time Off (FTO), paid holidays, and dedicated time off to volunteer. All regular and part-time employees are eligible for the Bonterra 401(k) plan with a 3% company match.

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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

At Bonterra, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please submit a request.