Senior Associate, State and Local Tax (Remote CT or MA)

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleSenior Associate, State and Local Tax (Remote CT or MA)
Location(s)US Remote - CT, US Remote - MA

As the Senior Associate, State and Local Tax you will support our global tax function. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong indirect tax background. The individual will support various departments throughout the organization, external consultants, and tax auditors. The Senior Associate will assist the tax department in all tax functions as needed, primarily state and local indirect and direct tax compliance.

Location: Role is mostly remote but must live near CT or MA for meetings in office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist in the review of Sales & Use, Excise and Personal Property Tax Returns, Business Licenses, and coordinate payments ensuring accuracy and managing deadlines
• Preparation of state tax estimates and extensions
• Maintain corporate compliance calendar
• Respond to inquiries from state tax authorities.
• Validate customer exemption certificates and issue certificates to vendors
• Serve as a principal contact for Indirect Tax inquiries
• Prepare and review state tax refund requests
• Prepare state income tax apportionment workpapers.
• Research taxability of customers and products
• Assist with other non-recurring domestic compliance or planning projects as they arise

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related)
• 3+ years of corporate tax experience in public accounting and/or industry
• Must have knowledge/experience with: Business License Tax, Sales Tax Multistate Exemption Certificates
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal, communicative, and organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team player
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant is a plus.
• Experience with SAP and SOVOS
• Canadian HST, PST, QST is desired.

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $87k to $130k . The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.