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Cemex

Senior Sales & Use Tax Audits Accountant

Cemex

. Conduct multi-state audit defense for Sales & Use, Severance, Business Licenses, and Fuel Taxes .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in multi-state Sales & Use tax audit defense, with strong analytical skills for problem-solving and process improvement. Proficient in utilizing SAP and Vertex software for tax compliance and reconciliation.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Multi-State Sales & Use Tax Audit DefenseSAP ExperienceVertex Software KnowledgeProject Management SkillsAnalytical Problem Solving

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Hard Skills
Sales & Use Tax ComplianceTax ReconciliationResearch ProjectsTechnical CorrespondenceProcess Control
Soft Skills
Oral and Written CommunicationPositive CollaborationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
SAPVertex SoftwareExcel SpreadsheetWord ProcessingWindows Environment
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Industry Keywords
Audit DefenseSales & Use TaxTax Law ComplianceMergers and AcquisitionsContinuous Improvement Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct multi-state audit defense for Sales & Use, Severance, Business Licenses, and Fuel Taxes
  • Resolve tax issues with external customers in a timely manner
  • Respond to internal customer and vendor inquiries regarding state and local tax matters
  • Prepare reconciliations for related Sales and Use tax accounts
  • Complete research projects on multi-state Sales & Use taxes
  • Assist with due diligence analysis for multi-state and local taxes in mergers and acquisitions
  • Provide research support for SAP and Vertex tax software to ensure accurate taxation
  • Draft technical correspondence to state officials to clarify tax-law interpretations
  • Apply for, obtain, and implement special exemptions as needed
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for tax processes
  • Develop, author, plan, and deliver training for internal customers
  • Perform tasks supporting Sales & Use Tax Law compliance goals
  • Undertake additional duties as required to ensure ongoing compliance with Sales & Use Tax Laws
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Analyze and improve current processes to increase efficiency and ensure quality, accurate outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of experience in multi-state sales & use tax audit defense
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting
  • Computer literacy
  • Windows Environment
  • Word Processing
  • Excel Spreadsheet
  • Knowledge of Vertex Software is a plus
  • SAP experience is a plus
  • Social/interpersonal skills
  • Oral and written communication
  • Positive collaboration and teamwork
  • Project management skills
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to develop and administer efficient work processes
  • Analytical approach to problem solving
  • Knowledge of process control
  • Capability to work extended hours as necessary
  • Ability to work with standard office/computer equipment
  • Ability to work remotely
  • Ability to participate in required overnight travel as needed
  • Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing and climbing to a significant degree
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly
  • Ability to talk, hear, and communicate with employees and visitors

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Comprehensive wellness program
  • Opportunity to be part of a dynamic team
  • Competitive benefits