Sales Tax Specialist

Island Hospitality Management is currently seeking a Sales Tax Specialist to join our team in West Palm Beach. This accounting team member will report directly to the Tax Manager and assist with preparation and tax functions across our portfolio of properties.

This position may require flexible scheduling availability.

Job Requirements:

• Review hotel tax-exempt information 
• Proactive tax research regarding rate changes
• File monthly, quarterly, and annual sales, use, occupancy, and telecommunications returns 
• Maintain files of current tax laws 
• Make journal entries into JD Edwards
• Follow up on all tax notices and assessments
• Monthly tax account reconciliations

Job Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience with JD Edwards software is a plus
• Strong knowledge of state laws regarding sales tax and local laws regarding occupancy tax and telecommunication taxes

Training:

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

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Rewarding Benefits Package:

• Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA & FSA plans available!
• Dependent care FSA
• Identity Theft Protection Insurance 
• Commuter benefits including transit & parking 
• Pet Insurance 
• PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams 
• Employee Assistance Program Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services 
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time 
• Family Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution

Rewarding Hard Work:

• Incentive based bonus program
• Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand
• Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand 
• Team Member of the Month, Quarter, and Year recognition and bonus
• Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work 
• Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals
• Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

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