Senior Tax Analyst
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2183, Ackley Place, Columbus, Sharon, Franklin County, Ohio, 43219, United States
About the Role
Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join an established and expanding finance team. This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining compliance across a multi-state footprint, with a strong emphasis on indirect tax and meaningful involvement in income tax reporting. The role is designed for a professional who enjoys owning processes, working cross-functionally, and contributing to the development of a scalable tax function within a growing business environment.
In this capacity, you will serve as a key partner to the accounting and operational teams, ensuring the consistent application of tax treatment across the organization. You will be responsible for overseeing sales and use tax compliance, managing filings, and ensuring the accuracy of underlying data. Additionally, you will support income tax processes by preparing and reviewing workpapers tied to federal and state filings completed by external providers. Your work will directly impact the close process by aligning tax-related entries, including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
The day-to-day involves staying current on evolving tax regulations, performing technical research, and clearly summarizing conclusions for internal stakeholders. You will also assist with audit activities and tax-related inquiries by compiling support, coordinating with advisors, and driving timely resolutions. A significant part of the role involves enhancing tax processes through improved documentation, identifying automation opportunities, and strengthening internal controls.
Hiring Process
Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI for preliminary candidate screenings to ensure minimum job requirements are satisfied. Further assessment beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. By submitting your application, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions, as Vaco by Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Privacy & Legal Notice
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present you as a candidate for this employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position.
Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and is committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. Specific privacy notices are available for California, Virginia, Canadian, and GDPR-governed residents via our official channels. Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, office location, and other business needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2183, Ackley Place, Columbus, Sharon, Franklin County, Ohio, 43219, United States
Columbus, Ohio
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee sales and use tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
- check_circleManage tax filings, review outputs, and ensure data accuracy
- check_circleSupport income tax processes including workpaper preparation and review
- check_circleResearch evolving tax regulations and summarize conclusions for stakeholders
- check_circleCollaborate with accounting teams on tax-related entries during close
- check_circleEnhance tax processes through documentation, automation, and internal controls
- check_circleAssist with audit activities and coordinate with external advisors
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- verified4–6+ years of experience in tax
- verifiedCPA or progress toward certification
- verifiedFamiliarity with tax engines or compliance tools (e.g., Avalara, Vertex)
- verifiedStrong Excel skills
- verifiedExperience working within ERP systems
Nice to Have
CPA or progress toward certification. Familiarity with tax engines or compliance tools (such as Avalara, Vertex, or similar). Strong Excel skills and experience working within ERP systems.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision benefitscheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleEligibility for discretionary bonuses
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Sales And Use Tax, Income Tax, Tax Compliance, Tax Filings, Workpapers, Federal And State Filings, Accruals, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Tax Research, Internal Controls.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring
What does a Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring will oversee sales and use tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions; manage tax filings, review outputs, and ensure data accuracy; support income tax processes including workpaper preparation and review; and research evolving tax regulations and summarize conclusions for stakeholders.
What are the requirements for this Senior Tax Analyst role?expand_more
Vaco by Highspring is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; 4–6+ years of experience in tax; CPA or progress toward certification; Familiarity with tax engines or compliance tools (e.g., Avalara, Vertex); Strong Excel skills; and Experience working within ERP systems.
Where is the Senior Tax Analyst role at Vaco by Highspring located?expand_more
Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring is based in 2183, Ackley Place, Columbus, Sharon, Franklin County, Ohio, 43219, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Senior Tax Analyst job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Vaco by Highspring has listed this Senior Tax Analyst role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Senior Tax Analyst role?expand_more
Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring typically requires 4–6 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Senior Tax Analyst role at Vaco by Highspring?expand_more
Key skills for Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring include Sales And Use Tax; Income Tax; Tax Compliance; Tax Filings; Workpapers; Federal And State Filings; Accruals; and Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
What education is required for Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
What category does the Senior Tax Analyst role belong to?expand_more
Senior Tax Analyst at Vaco by Highspring is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.