Avalara Hiring Associate Analyst | Experience: 0 to 2 years

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with precision.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience
• MBA in Finance would be preferred.
• Knowledge of Sales Tax (VAT & Use Tax) would be preferred.
• Experience of tracking tools like Salesforce & Atlassian Jira
• Position requires oral and written communication with external customers and collaboration with internal contacts.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and gets clarification; responding client queries.

Job Description & Responsibilities:-

• Prepare and file Sales & Use tax returns and payments accurately and timely as required by taxing jurisdictions to ensure all return filing deadlines are achieved.
• Should have understanding on state rules and regulations.
• High standards for accuracy to be maintained in line with standard Operating Procedures to avoid causing Penalty and Interest to the client.
• Ability to meet the SLA’s and ensuring accurate and timely registration.
• Communicate to manager ongoing status and challenges or blockers if any.
• Stay abreast of all the updates & trends, support overall production/accuracy goals.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement and build efficiency.
• Working with the team to plan and prepare monthly/quarterly/semi-annual/annual filings.
• Serve as front line contact for external customers by answering emails and client calls.
• Assist internal groups with technical issues and inquiries.
• Communicate clearly and concisely and maintain accurate and timely records in systems.
• Be open to accept additional responsibilities assigned to meet the deadlines
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Ability to adhere and deliver as per timelines of various government authorities as per various data formats.
• Flexible to extend working hours, working on weekends and holidays as may be required to complete the filings requirements.