Experienced Senior Associate - Sales & Use Tax

Sensiba is always looking for top talent to add to our integrated team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Experienced Tax Senior Associate - Sales & Use Tax to join our Tax team. If you're looking for an organization that offers an inclusive environment, uses business as a force for good, and supports you and your family with flexible work options and attractive benefits, take the first step toward joining the Sensiba team!

Named a Top 100 Accounting Firm and Top Workplace USA, we're recognized for exceptional employee engagement and dedication in helping our clients solve problems, navigate complexity, and build a foundation for sustainable growth. In 2018, we became a certified B Corporation (B Corp ). The B Corp certification distinguishes companies that use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. It helps us better assess how our core values align with our daily operations and identify where we can improve.

Summary:

The Sales & Use Tax Experienced Senior Associate plays a key role in delivering high-quality service to clients and supporting the growth of our State & Local Tax practice. This position focuses on preparing and reviewing sales and use tax nexus analyses, supporting workpapers, and compliance filings, while guiding associates and contributing technical knowledge. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset are essential. Commitment to client service and clear communication will ensure success in this role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in advising clients on sales and use tax implications relevant to their business and industry
• Prepare sales tax nexus analyses for multi-state businesses and review analyses prepared by other team members
• Prepare accurate, well-organized workpapers and deliverables by analyzing complex data in Microsoft Excel and Access, ensuring results are clear and easy for clients to follow
• Prepare and review sales and use tax workpapers, returns, and related documentation for multi-state businesses
• Proactively monitor client sales and use tax return deadlines as well as other similar tax deadlines
• Support clients with state and local sales and use tax audits
• Review work prepared by associates and provide coaching and feedback to help develop their skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
• Master's degree in accounting, taxation or related field preferred
• Minimum five (5) years of indirect tax experience including preparing/reviewing multi-state sales tax returns, preparing VDAs, audit defense, and evaluating multi-state sales tax nexus required
• CPA licensed, EA, Sales Tax CMI (through IPT), or equivalent certification or is actively pursuing one of the listed certifications preferred
• Experience with gross receipt taxes for various state and local jurisdictions preferred
• Experience with business personal property taxes for various states/counties preferred
• Solid sales tax technical knowledge, with strong analytical, tax research, and critical thinking, skills
• Exhibit strong professional judgment by independently resolving issues, asking appropriate questions, and timely bringing issues to manager's attention
• Ability to conduct thorough tax research and prepare clear, well-cited client responses
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized and able to demonstrate strong project management skills
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to supervise, train, and mentor associates
• Ability to communicate with clients effectively and build client relationships
• Capable of evaluating complex sales tax issues and developing practical solutions
• Commitment to continuously developing technical and industry knowledge
• Strong written and oral communication skills

There are many reasons to join the Sensiba team: generous benefits, competitive compensation, professional advancement opportunities, and above all - our people. If you're looking for an environment that offers you growth, success, and professionalism without compromising your family, passions, and life outside of work, apply today!

Sensiba has a robust offering of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401K with company match
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Business referral incentive pay
• Sabbatical leave
• 11 paid holidays
  

For individuals based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

For individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Sensiba will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Sensiba LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sensiba LLP complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at talent@sensiba.com.

Certain states require employers to disclose the pay range in job postings. This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, contact our human resources team.

Compensation Range: $78,000.00 - $131,000.00*

*Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location