Senior Analyst Indirect Tax

This position reports to the Indirect Tax Manager and will support Bristow's indirect tax requirements for sales and use tax, VAT/GST, excise tax and property tax.

Support the sales and use tax compliance function, including

Analyze data to determine proper taxability of sales and use taxPrepare monthly sales tax returnsProvide assistance and support to management regarding tax examinations utilizing internal and external resources, including timely addressing tax notices and inquiriesReconcile sales tax payable account and process journal entries for accounting department on a monthly basisMaintain tax records (exemption certificates, state registrations, tax permits and licenses, etc.)Coordinate and communicate with members of tax and accounting departments and system personnel.Update and distribute monthly reports and tax rate changes

Support the excise tax compliance function, including

Prepare monthly excise tax deposits and account reconciliations in SAPPrepare quarterly excise tax returns including fuels tax refundsProvide assistance and support to management regarding tax examinations utilizing internal and external resources, including timely addressing tax notices and inquiriesPrepare quarterly accruals and reconcile excise tax liability accountMaintain tax records and perform monthly reconciliations of deposits vs actual billings.Coordinate and communicate with members of tax and accounting departments and system personnel.Project excise tax expense for future periods.

Support the outsourced property tax compliance function, including:

Work closely with outside consultants to manage company-wide U.S. property taxes.Review property tax renditions prepared by outside consultantsProvide assistance and support to management regarding tax examinations utilizing internal and external resources, including timely addressing tax notices and inquiriesPerform company property site inspections as needed in Texas and Louisiana.Prepare monthly accruals and reconcile property tax liability accounts.Project property tax expense for future periods.

Support other indirect tax functions, including

Provide assistance with form 1042 withholding tax process and complianceProvide assistance with 1099 Vendor set up process and complianceOther indirect or direct tax functions, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA preferred8+ years indirect tax experience in industry/accounting firmFluent with Excel, tax provision and compliance software packagesUnderstanding of SAP is a plusTravel Requirements: 10% (TX, LA)

Candidate Profile

Strong indirect tax compliance and accounting skillsAble to travel as needed for company property site inspections and to attend meetings as necessary with tax assessors and tax auditors, primarily in Texas and LouisianaStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to influence and persuadeAble to build relationships and establish networks, internal and externalStrong problem-solving skillsExcellent decision makingStrategic and tactical thinkerStrong conceptual reasoningHigh level of integrity and honestyCapable of initiative and self-reliantStrong creativity and innovation

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.