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Robert Half Corporate Tax Staff Accountant in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Description
Robert Half is offering a contract employment opportunity in the Software industry, for the role of a Tax Staff Accountant. This position is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this role, you will be tasked with a range of responsibilities including tax exemptions, audit functions, and maintaining customer records using various software systems.
Responsibilities:
• Handle incoming tax-related queries and direct them to the appropriate party
• Maintain and update customer records using Salesforce and Oneforce software
• Process and review new exemption forms received from customers
• Ensure accurate processing of customer credit applications
• Perform journal entries and accruals in accordance with accounting standards
• Aid in the completion of government surveys
• Assist in managing multiple audits
• Monitor and manage an email inbox dedicated to tax-related matters
• Utilize Accounting Software Systems to perform various accounting functions
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred
• Knowledge of Tax exemptions laws and regulations
• Intermediate to Advance Microsoft Excel skills
• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
• Demonstrable experience in various Accounting Functions
• Strong understanding of Accrual Accounting
• Prior experience in Auditing
• Familiarity with Sales Tax procedures
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.
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