What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Tax Analyst position at Darden RSC?
JOB OVERVIEW
Prepare the monthly tax returns and supporting work papers. Research and document variances of sales tax collections vs paid amounts for return accuracy and SOX compliance. Support SFA with tax planning projects and sales tax audits. Ensure data accuracy. Communicate with external vendors (i.e. suppliers and jurisdictions) to resolve issues. Account for tax accruals, payments and other tax related expenses. Prepare monthly reconciliations.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Compliance -Prepare and file relevant returns and supporting workpapers. Prepare necessary data files using Alteryx workflows ensuring accuracy for import into CorpSales. Update CorpSales as needed. Prepare Master Summary file. Make certain filings and payments are remitted timely and accurately. Maintain monthly calendar.
-Accounting - Ensure proper accounting for tax accruals, payments and other tax related expenses. prepare applicable journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
-Point of Sale System Setup - Update POS system with new restaurants and taxability and rate changes. Research legislative support for rate changes and provide restaurant support as needed. Review sales tax collection issues and reconcile POS to general ledger as appropriate.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
REQUIRED EDUCATION
OTHER KEY QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Prepare the monthly tax returns and supporting work papers. Research and document variances of sales tax collections vs paid amounts for return accuracy and SOX compliance. Support SFA with tax planning projects and sales tax audits. Ensure data accuracy. Communicate with external vendors (i.e. suppliers and jurisdictions) to resolve issues. Account for tax accruals, payments and other tax related expenses. Prepare monthly reconciliations.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Compliance -Prepare and file relevant returns and supporting workpapers. Prepare necessary data files using Alteryx workflows ensuring accuracy for import into CorpSales. Update CorpSales as needed. Prepare Master Summary file. Make certain filings and payments are remitted timely and accurately. Maintain monthly calendar.
- Automations ¿ Identify opportunities for process improvement. Coordinate and/or assist SFA or Sr. Systems Specialist in monitoring and developing new Alteryx workflows and bot automations.
- Prepare Resale and exemption certificates.
-Accounting - Ensure proper accounting for tax accruals, payments and other tax related expenses. prepare applicable journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist SFA with SOX compliance. Investigate variances in sales tax collections vs paid amounts. Prepare workpapers and provide necessary data upon request.
- Works autonomously in responding to inquiries from taxing authorities. Research and respond to jurisdictional notices. Document and track findings.
- Vendor Research ¿ Research and respond to taxability questions from internal stakeholders and external vendors on tax invoice disputes.
- Tax Exempt review and analysis for tax-exempt sales. Report quarterly compliance to brands.
- Maintain Sales Tax Rate Listing.
-Point of Sale System Setup - Update POS system with new restaurants and taxability and rate changes. Research legislative support for rate changes and provide restaurant support as needed. Review sales tax collection issues and reconcile POS to general ledger as appropriate.
- Special Projects ¿ Assist with special research projects as required and communicate results effectively to management. Document findings and recommendations.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Minimum 2 years of tax or accounting experience in public accounting or comparable industry experience
- Knowledge of tax preparation and research software
- Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree (Accounting/Finance preferred)
OTHER KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in efficient manner
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to communicate effectively with taxing authorities, analysts, IT and accounting departments and restaurant managers
- Attention to detail
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters of Tax or Accounting
- CPA License
- Knowledge of Sales & Use Tax (CorpSales) or Property Tax software and Oracle
- Discoverer, Hyperion, Business Intelligence, Alteryx and RPA experience is a plus
Salary : $61,700 - $78,200
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