Indirect Tax Lead

Since opening our first self-storage facility in 1972, Public Storage has grown to become the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the world. With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Europe, and more than 170 million net rentable square feet of real estate, we're also one of the largest landlords.

We've been recognized as A Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute. And, our employees have also voted us as having Best Career Growth, ranked us in the Top 5% for Work Culture, and in the Top 10% for Diversity and Inclusion.

We're a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500. Our common and preferred stocks trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

The indirect tax lead will be responsible for assisting with compliance and audit management for Public Storage, including third parties and related entities in the U.S. in 40 states. As a key member of the team, the lead will contribute significantly to various indirect tax matters including sales and use, property tax, gross receipts, business licenses and unclaimed property

The indirect tax lead will interact with multiple stakeholders within the company, including accounting, finance as well as external partners to compile data to calculate liabilities and prepare and file returns in-house, ensuring timely payment.  The lead will assist in maintaining and updating OneSource and all integration points with the point of sale and SAP. This position provides support in various capacities, contributing to the overall efficiency and compliance of the indirect tax processes within Public Storage.

The lead will be responsible for:

• Compile, review, and reconcile sales data to prepare 200+ state and local tax returns monthly
• Maintain filing schedules and deadline tracking to ensure accurate and timely payment of Public Storage and related entities including third-party managed properties
• Manage tax communication  regarding tax notices received and resolution efforts related to tax notices, questionnaires, and inquiries received from tax authorities
• Assist with state and local indirect tax audits and appeals, amended returns, refund claims and internal reverse audits
• Provide indirect tax research and advisory services, including resolving various indirect tax issues and questions for the business, as well as customers and vendors while maintaining positive relationships
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support efforts to implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Assist with monitoring tax compliance for company locations to ensure the properties adhere to company tax policies and procedures while staying up to date on the latest tax laws
• Assist in the monthly maintenance of Thomson Reuters OneSource Sales & Use Compliance, working with information system personnel to develop and refine tax data collection systems
• Update tax procedure manuals
• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 5 + years experience in one or more of the following areas, with demonstrated progression of responsibilities: a corporate tax environment or finance environment, public accounting firm, or other relevant experience.
• 3 plus years’ experience in indirect tax compliance, or related work
• Demonstrated success with identifying and implementing process improvements and automation
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs, project or teams
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access
• Solution-oriented problem-solving skills Team focused and self-motivated
• Ability to excel in multifaceted and dynamic environments
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Skilled in resource allocation and task prioritization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience preferred
• Proficient in Advanced Excel Functions (PivotTable, VLookup, Database Query, etc.)
• Working knowledge of SAP and OneSource
• CMI a plus

Workplace

• One of our values pillars is to work as OneTeam and we believe that there is no replacement for in-person collaboration but understand the value of some flexibility. Public Storage teammates are expected to work in the office five days each week with the option to take up to three flexible remote days per month.
  • Our office is based in Plano, east of I75 near E. Park Blvd, just North of Historic Downtown Plano.

Public Storage is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.