Job Description

Description

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job Summary

The Tax Accountant is responsible for the compliance function of the Sales Tax Department. This individual will work with other team members and multiple accounting and invoicing programs to gather, analyze and present information needed for tax compliance and audit.

What you will do:

Prepare and file sales and use tax returns for assigned companies. Research tax issues as required and make recommendations to management. Process tax payments with multiple taxing jurisdictions to ensure timeliness and accuracy. Prepare general ledger reconciliations for assigned accruals and submit reconciliations to management for review. Support the sales tax audit process by running reports in multiple accounting and invoicing programs including: IBM AS400, PeopleSoft and Vertex and presenting results to management; conduct research on tax issues as they arise on audit and discuss research findings with management; request information and review responses from other CDW departments, vendors and customers and discuss responses with management. Process tax payments with multiple taxing jurisdictions to ensure timeliness and accuracy. Renew and apply for business licenses and sales tax licenses. Obtain thorough knowledge of internal sales tax and business license processes. Work with taxing authorities to respond to notices and rectify any compliance issues in a timely manner. Support multiple department projects, as needed.

What we expect of you:

Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree and 2 years of related experience Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills. Strong problem solving and organization skills with critical attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with solid Excel skills. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. Previous sales tax experience. Knowledge of AS400, PeopleSoft, Workday, and Vertex software is preferred. CCH or TTR tax research experience.

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.


CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.


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