Senior Tax Accountant

Position Overview

Foundation Building Materials (FBM), is currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Supervisor, depending upon experience, to oversee the expansion of our Doors & Frames Division.

The Senior Tax Accountant will be involved in all aspects of indirect state and local tax compliance and planning.  The ideal candidate is a self-starter and team player capable of learning quickly and multi-tasking while successfully maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction to both external and internal customers. The position requires an ability to be hands-on and work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where attention to detail, solid analytical skills and strong communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities  

• Prepare sales/use, business & occupation, gross receipts, and personal property tax returns for monthly, quarterly, and annual filings for all applicable U.S. jurisdictions
• Prepare for, and assist with, sales/use and personal property tax audits
• Research, interpret, and comply with state and local regulations, and legislative rulings
• Maintain tax calendars to assure all tax returns and tax payments are timely filed
• Assist in reconciliation of sales and use tax general ledger accounts
• Prepare resale certificates for suppliers
• Provide guidance to other Company business partners related to product taxability, tax resale/exemption certificates and business license rules by jurisdiction
• Take the lead role with configuration and troubleshooting related to the sales/use tax software platform (Vertex) and system integration with the general ledger package (SAP)
• Take the lead role in integrating newly acquired businesses into existing tax reporting processes
• Develop and implementing process improvements
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or other four-year degree is preferred, but equivalent accounting / tax experience is acceptable
• Minimum five years indirect tax and accounting experience in a multi-unit, multi-state organization
• Strong experience with Vertex tax compliance software applications (O Series Tax Engine, Exemption Certificates and Indirect Tax Returns On-Demand
• Experience with SAP Public Cloud preferred
• Working knowledge with web-based tax research platforms (CCH Tax Research)
• Possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, macros, etc.)
• Experience in the construction or building distribution business desired
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within strict time parameters
• Ability to learn the existing ERP system and accounting structure in due course
• Support Our Foundation Values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being the Company of Choice for both employees and customers

FBM Benefits

• A principled approach to work, including honesty and integrity
• A friendly, fast-paced, and supportive work environment

• Competitive pay and incentives
• Excellent benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision plans, and Life & Disability benefits. In addition, we offer Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and paid time off.