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Company Profile

San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based privately held company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear.

Position

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Accounting Department as a Corporate Tax Accountant. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for the Corporate tax function to include federal, state, local, property and sales taxes. This individual will also assist in general accounting functions assisting the Controller.

Job Responsibilities

+ Assist, Prepare and file, federal, state, local tax, sales tax returns and property tax renditions

+ Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance

+ Ensure retail store sales tax percentages are up to date at all times

+ Understand and research complex tax concepts and their application, review with Controller and CFO

+ Communicate key information to Controller and CFO

+ Review all untaxed purchases for monthly sales tax reporting.

+ Work with staff for needed assistance on returns and review work for accuracy

+ Maintain communication with all levels of leadership

+ Responsible for Property Tax Renditions and Property Tax payments

+ Work with teams to ensure timely and accurate filing of statutory reports to include business licenses, annual reports, unclaimed property filings etc

+ Develop, monitor, and oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial, administrative, and internal controls necessary to safeguard all assets and assure integrity in the financial reporting

+ Assist with the external audit relationship and possess the ability to assess and conclude on technical accounting and financial issues.

+ Lead on Sales Tax Audit

+ Responsible for ensuring proper internal controls are in place, are consistently being monitored and in compliance with applicable audit requirements

+ Work closely with Finance departments to provide required accounting, analysis, and reporting information

+ Plan and oversee the development of solutions to enhance efficiencies with other departments including collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve required results

+ Execute strategic initiatives designed to ensure long term process improvement, cost reductions, and increased efficiencies for Mexico and US

+ Provide leadership in the continuous evaluation and implementation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives

+ Involved in Quarter and Year End inventory

+ Works on special projects and requests as needed

Job Qualifications

+ Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment, while maintaining a professional demeanor.

+ Display strong attention to detail.

+ Must possess ability to exercise confidentiality.

+ Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLookups, etc)

+ Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Strong leadership skills that are displayed through leading by example and treating people with respect.

Education & Experience Requirements

+ Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related Field.

+ CPA or MBA highly desirable.

+ Minimum of 3 years experience in tax accounting and financial planning.

+ Experience with Enterprise systems and system implementations a plus.

+ Experience in manufacturing/retail environment a plus.

+ Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

+ Travel required when necessary.

I have read and understand the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position and acknowledge that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation. I also understand that this is a summary of this position's duties and other responsibilities may be assigned as the company deems necessary.

SAS is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to-race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientations, national origins, disability status, age, marital status or protected veteran class. No phone calls or agencies please.