Indirect Tax Accountant

Robert Bosch GmbH

Oak Brook, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Channel Sales, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Desktop PC, Domestic Tax, Establish Priorities, Finance, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Local Tax, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Policy Implementation, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Property Tax, Purchasing/Procurement, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Sales, Sales Management, Sales Tax, Sales and Use Tax Software, State Tax, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Technical Research, Time Management, Use Tax, Value-Added Tax (VAT), Vlookups, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Oak Brook, IL
POSTED
6 days ago

We Are Bosch.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people's lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility, or industry.

Let's grow together, enjoy more, and inspire each other. Work #LikeABosch

  • Reinvent yourself: At Bosch, you will evolve.
  • Discover new directions: At Bosch, you will find your place.
  • Balance your life: At Bosch, your job matches your lifestyle.
  • Celebrate success: At Bosch, we celebrate you.
  • Be yourself: At Bosch, we value values.
  • Shape tomorrow: At Bosch, you change lives.

Bosch is seeking an indirect tax accountant with continuous improvement mindset and excellent communication skills. This role is designed for a professional who has mastered the fundamentals of US and Canadian indirect tax compliance and is ready to take ownership of complex projects, including tax technology initiatives and indirect tax compliance, research and governance. The outgoing, collaborative and initiative-taking candidate will be responsible for tax controls and ensuring efficient operations for Bosch entities by improving processes, data analysis and technology. Position will work closely with Tax, Accounting, Purchasing, Sales, IT, Business Units, Tax Jurisdictions and External Providers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for timely completion of indirect tax (US state and local sales, use tax and gross receipts tax; Canadian GST; VAT; Property Tax, Unclaimed Property) compliance and reporting.
  • Lead sales & use tax nexus determination, registrations and renewals.
  • Responsible for indirect tax payments, notices, and correspondences.
  • Prepare Form W-9 and annual federal Form 1099 reporting.
  • Processing and management of sales tax exemption certificate system.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to standardize and automate indirect tax area.
  • Assist with implementing policy and procedures in the indirect tax area.
  • Assist with tax technology implementations.
  • Assist with indirect tax audits.
  • Provide support and assistance in all aspects of tax compliance functions to include technical research and analysis.
  • Ability to interact professionally with business units and other staff members.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3+ years in a corporate environment; national/regional accounting or indirect tax firm
  • 3+ years US indirect tax (Sales, gross receipts taxes, property taxes) compliance, audit and research experience
  • 2+ years proficiency with indirect tax systems (Vertex); ERP (SAP); and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., advanced Excel functions: pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling).
  • 1+ years proficiency with data analytic; desktop automation, data visualization and AI tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CPA or CPA candidate
  • Master's Degree
  • Canadian indirect tax and VAT experience
  • Strong critical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets, concepts and communicate ndings to non-tax stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and concurrently manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication skills including negotiating, interpersonal, networking, and written skills.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Relocation not available

In addition to your base compensation, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plans with an employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave, adoption assistance; and reimbursement of education expenses.

Learn more about our full benefits offerings by visiting: www.myboschbenefits.com. Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Please note that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

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About the Company

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Robert Bosch GmbH

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 375,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2015). The company generated sales of 70.6 billion euros in 2015. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 440 subsidiaries and regional companies in some 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing and sales network covers some 150 countries. The basis for the company’s future growth is its innovative strength. Bosch employs 55,800 associates in research and development at roughly 118 locations across the globe. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.”
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1886
WEBSITE
http://www.bosch.com