Indirect Tax (Sales Tax) Manager

Job Description

The Perseus Group, a division of Constellation Software (TSX:CSU), is seeking an Indirect Tax Manager (Sales Tax) to lead the global sales tax department for the Perseus Group in the Markham, Ontario or Hunt Valley, Maryland office (remote candidates will also be considered). This role is perfect for an individual who is looking for a fast paced, growth orientated environment that will allow for rewarding challenges and a trajectory for long-term growth.  If you are a strong performer looking to take their career to the next level, we would love to talk to you about this unique opportunity.

Reports to: Sr. Finance Manager / Director

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsible to manage the global sales tax department and ensure compliance to the US sales and use tax regulations, Canadian GST/HST (Canada) and VAT (European), GST (Australian) rules and oversee international indirect tax compliance.

• Perform Sales Tax Nexus study, product taxability and lead implementation of changes required to indirect tax compliance processes as a result of changes to indirect tax legislation.

• Review existing sales tax returns filings and compliance process, tax rate updates, reconciliations, data analysis. Manage data requests from internal departments.

• Advise sales tax compliance for US entities for use tax on purchase and manage input tax credit to comply with GST/HST and VAT regulations.

• Participate in new business acquisition and perform exposure and compliance study during due diligence for potential new acquisitions prospects. Additionally, integrate and set-up new acquisitions in MS Dynamics Great Plains and devise its filing process with the existing Sales Tax framework.

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems especially MS Dynamics GP and sales tax software tools such as DynamicZip, AvaTax, Vertex, will be an added advantage.

• Liaison with and act as sales tax advisor to billings teams and ensure billing systems are configured to charge correct sales tax.

• Respond and manage state and federal sales tax audits and respond to sales tax notices. Experience with filing sales tax appeals will be an added advantage.

• Perform sales tax research using TTR and other tax tools to keep entities up to date with recent changes.

• Working with the internal legal team to manage state-level entity registrations and working with 3rd party representatives (CT Corp).

• Lead and manage a team of 6 offshore resources located in Karachi, Pakistan.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive sales tax experience

• Experience managing an international sales tax compliance function.

• Experience and working knowledge of international and US sales taxes.

• Experience within mergers and acquisitions industry an asset.

• Good working knowledge of ERP systems, including MS Dynamics, Great Plains

• Previous experience with implementation of tax tools such as Avalara or DynamicZip will be preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to read and interpret legislation.

• Ability to handle multiple assignments, work effectively under pressure and work well in a team environment.

• Strong attention to detail, ability to think creatively, and solve complex problems with innovative solutions.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including advanced used of Excel workbooks and PowerPoint.

• University Degree in Business / Accounting, CPA (or equivalent) or any tax certification preferred.

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Exempt

The estimated base salary range for this role in the United States is $88,000.00 - $132,000.00 per year. For compliance with local legislation, and to provide greater transparency to applicants, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of the desired hiring location or whether the position is remote. The posted range is an estimate and reflects many factors which are subject to change. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed above, based upon geographic location, candidate experience and expertise, and other relevant factors.

This role will also be eligible for participation in a Company profit sharing bonus plan. Plan details will be provided to you upon hire.

Full time employees will also be eligible for enrollment in a wide range of choices of benefits , including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, short/long term disability, 401(k) participation (with company match).

The Company provides a minimum of 10 days of vacation for new employees , sick time based on state requirements, 8 Company-paid holidays and 2 personal holidays per year.

We recognize the value and importance of diversity and inclusion in our communities and in the workplace. We celebrate diversity and one of our goals as an employer is to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other category or characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with disabilities who would like to require a reasonable accommodation related to any part of the application process may contact us at Perseus_HR@constellationhbs.com.

NOTE: If an applicant is selected to receive a conditional offer of employment, and in accordance with applicable law, a criminal background check may be conducted before the offer becomes final and employment begins. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and other applicable laws, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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