Job Description:

Hajoca Corporation is one of the country's largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of "Service, Integrity, Reliability," and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future.

Hajoca has over 400 locations nationwide, called Profit Centers; and at the foundation of our family of businesses is a National Support Center (NSC) where Centers of Excellence are dedicated to enabling the success of our Profit Centers.

The Direct Tax team in our National Support Center (NSC) is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant - Sales/Use Tax at their Lafayette Hill, PA office.

Job Overview-

The Senior Tax Accountant - Sales/Use Tax isresponsible for handling complex tax matters, including the preparation, review, and filing of various sales/use tax returns, overseeing tax audits, and ensuring compliance with state tax regulations. The Senior Tax Accountant - Sales/Use Tax will collaborate closely with internal teams and external tax authorities, provide strategic tax planning, and support the organization in sales/use tax-related matters.

Core Job Responsibilities-

• Oversee the preparing, reviewing, and filing of state and local sales/use tax returns.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve tax discrepancies and issues in tax reports from taxing authorities.
• Manage tax audits, serving as the main point of contact with taxing authorities and lead negotiating resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax legislation.
• Provide outstanding customer service to our Profit Centers by addressing tax questions from the field in a timely manner.
• Review monthly general ledger account reconciliations and related journal entries for tax accruals and payments.
• Develop and maintain tax-related training materials and documentation for internal teams.
• Research and respond to tax-related inquiries from internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external third-party firms on tax items and issues.
• Assist management with tax planning, strategy, and risk mitigation to minimize tax liabilities.
• Oversee sales tax refund review process, identify potential refund within the company, and work with 3 rd party providers to obtain refund.
• Assist in identification of process improvements to enhance and optimize tax functions and operations.
• Oversee use tax accruals and timely payment for sales tax discount recognition.
• Mentor and train tax accountants.
• Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Basic Qualifications-

• Bachelor's degree in accounting. CPA or CMI designation and/or advanced degree in taxation highly desirable.

• 3+ years tax experience, combination of public and industry preferred
• Wholesale distribution experience preferred
• Eclipse billing system experience a plus

Skills-

• Possess leadership qualities and be viewed as a leader
• Strong tax and accounting skills and the ability to leverage these skills to enhance efficiency and financial performance.
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong listening skills, drive, and work ethic.
• Extremely well organized and detail-oriented to ensure deadlines are met
• Willing to be hands-on to get things done.
• Extremely strong sense of teamwork and ability to work well with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Adaptable in a frequently changing, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with SQL statement structure a strong plus.

Minimum Physical Demands-

Sitting (in chair) Sits for extended periods of time (90) %

Standing Remains in standing position for continuous periods of time (5) %

Moving Moves/traverses considerable distances (5) %

Lifting Occasionally, moves materials weighing up to 10 pounds

Carrying Occasionally, carries materials weighing up to 10 pounds

Strength level Low

The following movements and senses are required in this job:

Hand and finger dexterity, talking, hearing and vision.

Environmental Conditions-

The physical environment requires the employee to work in an air-conditioned and heated office.

The health and safety of employees is a top priority at Hajoca. Hajoca provides safety training and protective equipment in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and other federal, state, and local laws. Employees are required to take proper health and safety precautions and follow all safety and health guidelines in accordance with Hajoca's workplace policies and operating procedures, as well as federal, state, and local requirements.

The benefits of working with us:

Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers:

Full-time benefits (for team members working 30 or more hours per week):

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Life insurance and Long Term Disability
• Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law)

Full-time and part-time benefits:

• 401(k)
• Retirement cash account with company contributions
• Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth

EEOC Statement

Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability.

Background Screening Statement

We are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, and successful completion of a criminal background investigation subject to any federal, state and local laws.

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