Indirect Tax Accountant

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We are hiring an Indirect Tax Accountant in our Birmingham, AL corporate office.

About the Job:

Provide, under minimal supervision, property tax services for the Tax Department. Will work closely with Manager - Indirect Tax. Specific responsibilities may include 1) review property tax returns, 2) assist in preparing property tax accruals and annual budgets, and 3) assist the Tax Department with other special projects. Must be detail and deadline-oriented.

What You'll Do:

• Work closely with 3rd party provider to maintain property tax database, timely update information regarding property tax parcels, assessments, renditions, and tax bill payments.
  
• Gather and review source data for property tax renditions.
  
• Coordinate preparation of property tax returns and appeal opportunities with 3rd party provider.
  
• Review property tax returns generated by 3rd party provider and process tax payment funding request.
  
• Assist with preparation of property tax accruals and annual budget.
  
• Assist with researching and explaining property tax variances and accrual adjustments.
  
• Assist in property tax audit responses and resolution.
  
• Assist Tax department with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
  
• Prepare annual Heavy Highway Use Tax returns and quarterly International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) returns; Communicate with operations personnel to obtain information for returns.
  
• Prepare selected excise or severance tax returns.

Behavioral Expectations:

High Integrity: Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in business transactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employees accountable, keeping promises and commitments.

Self-Motivated: Initiates and takes action before being required to do so. Collaborates with others to address issues that arise.

Strong Work Ethic: Uses time efficiently; finds the answers and makes sure the situation is taken care of correctly.

Credibility: I'd like to follow through with commitments and solve problems quickly.

Respectful: Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.

Responsive: Responds promptly and accurately to customer requests for information; coordinates appropriate follow-up.

Self-Motivated: Gets the job done with a minimum of supervision. Collaborates with others to address issues that arise.

Versatility: Is open to change. Adjusts positively to changing work priorities and business conditions.

Critical Competencies:

Results Oriented: Sets challenging goals (individual and organizational) and tracks performance, and ensures that all projects/tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and listens carefully in an open, candid and consistent manner.

Team Player: Establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and accountabilities. Recognizes group morale and acts to protect or build as necessary.

Analytical Skills: Verifies assumptions or interpretations by checking with credible sources or through first-hand observation and data-gathering.

Interpersonal Interaction: Quickly establishes rapport with internal and external customers to develop trust that their concerns are heard and responded to promptly.

Planning and Organizing: Identifies and defines clear short-term goals and/or work outcomes that are required to implement strategic goals.

Professional Representation: Presents top-quality pertinent information to all levels of management.

Personal Accountability: Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.

Continuous Improvement Mindset: Taking responsibility for constant improvements to products, services, and processes. Improvements can reduce errors or waste, add value or resolve issues that slow down a process.

Skills You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree with a business major (preferably Accounting or Finance).
  
• Ideal candidate will have at least three years of property tax experience.
  
• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite, including a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including experience with VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and sophisticated formulas.
  
• Experience working with Oracle and any property tax management system is a plus.
  
• Experience compiling and filing Federal & State Excise Taxes, Heavy Highway Use Tax and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) returns is a plus.
  
• Ability to organize, prioritize and communicate effectively and work well with limited supervision.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.