Tax Specialist I

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The Tax Specialist position is responsible for completing a variety of tax returns including state excise, sales & use, and personal property.  Tax returns are generally completed on a monthly basis.  Position is also responsible for supplier administration and approving company expense reports in accordance with company Travel & Entertainment Policy along with IRS guidelines.  This position works directly with the Account Payable Team and reports directly to the Corporate Accounts Payable Manager/Tax Compliance Manager.

This is a hybrid position with 3 days a week in our St. Paul office required.
 

Job Responsibilities:

Prepare & submit excise tax returns

Prepare & submit sales & use tax returns

Ensure real estate taxes paid timely & review all valuations

Prepare & submit personal property taxes  

Supplier Administration: Verify authenticity & completeness

New supplier setups

Supplier changes

Banking verifications

Expense Report Partner

Approve expense Reports daily

Monitor expense reports for duplicity         

Follow up weekly on expense reports greater than 2 weeks

Point of contact for inquiries  

Assist Accounts Payable Team auditing invoices ensuring accuracy and in accordance to Accounts Payable guidelines

Assist Accounts Payable 3-way PO matching process for product-based invoices

Assist Accounts Payable and Tax Compliance Manager with various projects

Skills & Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Experience working in Workday software is preferred

Effective and efficient communication skills; both written and verbal

Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial aspects of the company

Attention to detail while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Ability to multitask is a must; work daily within multiple accounting programs at once

Computer proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general internet applications

The expected pay range for this role is $50,000 - $54,000 annually . It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity, union status (where applicable) and alignment with market data. Johnson Brothers offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) with an employer match, short term disability coverage, company-paid long term disability insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) plans and paid parental leave.

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.