Sales Tax Accountant

As passionate about our people as we are about our mission.
What We're All About :
Q2 is proud of delivering our mobile banking platform and technology solutions, globally, to more than 22 million end users across our 1,300 financial institutions and fintech clients. At Q2, our mission is simple: Build strong, diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. We accomplish that by investing in the communities where both our customers and employees serve and live.
What Makes Q2 Special?
Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission. We celebrate our employees in many ways, including our "Circle of Awesomeness" award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others! We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship programs, internal mobility, and meaningful leadership relationships. We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun. We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin, inviting other local companies to play, and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together.
The Job-At-A-Glance :
Q2 Software, Inc. is a rapidly growing software company that is quickly changing the banking software market. We have been named to the Inc. 500 three years in a row as well as Austin's best places to work. The Tax department at Q2 offers a hard-to-find dynamic work environment that welcomes innovative ideas, rewards hard work and commitment, exposes its members to growth opportunities, and encourages evolution of individuals, methodologies, processes, and systems.
The focus of the Sales Tax Accountant is to be responsible for the maintenance and preparation of all aspects of the organization's federal, state, local, and international indirect tax compliance and to assist with direct (income) tax compliance. The Sales Tax Accountant should be familiar with a variety of tax related concepts, practices, and procedures, specifically indirect tax. This position reports to the Director, Global Taxation.
A Typical Day :

• Manage US sales tax process with overseas team and outsourced compliance provider. Conduct multi-state taxability research.
• Use Avalara and Excel to conduct data analysis, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Analyze substantial amounts of sales tax data and match with general ledger transactions.
• Maintain and monitor sales tax exemption certificates.
• Review purchase invoices monthly for proper use tax determination.
• Register entities in new jurisdictions for sales/use tax, business and occupation licenses, or gross receipts tax as necessary.
• Responsible for coordinating annual report preparation for all necessary states.
• Prepare and file business/sales tax licenses and renewals.
• Analyze new products to ensure proper sales tax classification.
• Assist with information gathering for indirect tax audits with various taxing authorities.
• Identify and assist with the implementation of process improvement ideas in tax processes.
• Document procedures and processes for all job functions.
• Assist with outsourced income tax compliance, including:
  
  • Gather information for external tax advisors
  • Make state franchise and income tax estimated payments
  • Assist with preparation of FIN 48 analysis

• Assist with information gathering of tax projects

Bring Your Passion, Do What You Love. Here's What We're Looking For :

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or an advanced degree with 3+ years of experience; or equivalent related work experience.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel knowledge
• Recent work experience with NetSuite (Oracle) and Avalara preferred
• Blackline and SalesForce experience a plus
• Must have experience with account reconciliations and strong analytical, problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in fast paced environment
• Strong work ethic with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Inquisitive disposition and eager to learn new skills, tools and processes

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This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.
Health & Wellness

• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Flexible Time Off
• Career Development & Mentoring Programs
• Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents
• Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs
• Employee Peer Recognition Programs - "You Earned it"

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How We Give Back to the Community:
You can learn more about our Q2 Spark Program, Q2 Philanthropy fund, and our employee volunteering programs on our Q2 Community page . Q2 supports dozens of wide-reaching organizations, such as the African American Leadership Institute , and The Trevor Project , promoting diversity and success in leadership and technology. Other deserving beneficiaries include Resource Center helping LGBTQ communities, JDRF , and Homes for our Troops , a group helping veterans rebuild their lives with specially adapted homes.
At Q2, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that fosters mutual respect for our employees and the communities we serve. Q2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.