USA Tax Analyst (Contract)

About Contour

Contour Software has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years.
 

As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers.
 

What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started!

The Division  

The Perseus   operating group of Constellation Software Inc. , is a portfolio of vertical market   enterprise software companies. Perseus acquires independently managed software companies   around the world, providing them with the strategic guidance and financial security they need to  

become leaders within their respective markets.  

Work Location : Karachi /Lahore  

1 - Year Contract Position   

Report to position: USA Payroll Manager, Pakistan    

Company Conformance Statements   

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:   

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.   

• Interact professionally with other employees, managers and vendors.   

• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.   

• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.   

Position Summary   

The USA Tax Analyst will be responsible for all aspects of the USA tax registration process at Perseus. This individual will also provide day-to-day tax support to the Payroll Manager and Sales Tax Manager   

Job Responsibilities: Activities required to achieve position’s main duties as summarized above   

USA PAYROLL TAX:   

• Regular & Quarterly Tax filings   

• Worked with tax filing centers and government agencies to address inquiries and prevent penalties   

• Amendments and notices   

• Handle tax submissions for various locations   

• Multi State Tax experience   

• New State Registrations   

• Creates and updates process documentation   

• Reviews/audits tax registrations and accounts   

• Calculates & accrues /process applicable payroll taxes   

• Participates in company tax audits when required    

USA SALES TAX:   

• Accurate and timely completion of the required transaction tax returns (sales/use, business & occupation, and gross receipts tax) in all jurisdictions using information pulled from GP   

• Accurate and timely completion of corporate tax working papers, return to provision reconciliation and provisions   

• Provide support to financial accounting team on corporate tax matters   

• Support tax planning initiatives   

• Responding to letters/requests from the various States/Cities   

• Provide AP back-ups and requesting the Onshore Tax Team to process sales tax payments   

• Contacting Tax departments to resolve sales tax notices, questions and discrepancies.   

• Register for the transaction tax accounts in applicable taxing jurisdictions as required.   

• Prepare for, and assist with transaction tax audit   

• Conduct special assignments or tasks assigned by the supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion   

Qualifications [Minimum required Education and Experience]   

• Minimum of 2-3 years USA Payroll/Sales Tax experience   

• Full payroll tax cycle for remarketers, ensuring compliance with all tax laws   

• Multi State Tax experience   

•  Managed monthly and quarterly tax filings, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations   

• Payroll Tax Summary (PTS) data into MasterTax , resolving variances   

• Oversaw payroll and tax onboarding   

• Resolved client issues, filed amendments, and maintained tax code profiles   

• Provided first-tier IT support to address technical issues   

• Developed customized tax processes to meet client needs   

• Experience with ADP tax issues handling   

• Multi province/multi company tax processing   

• Multi province/multi company EHT/workers compensation registration experience   

• Experience with Workday preferred   

• Professional, well-organized individual looking to work in a fast-paced environment   

• A strong working knowledge of the various provincial employment standards   

• Strong communication skills   

• Strong attention to detail   

• Microsoft Office   

Disclaimer: At Contour, we attribute our success to the unique contributions of our diverse staff. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect that thrives on the varied perspectives and experiences of all individuals we recruit, employ, promote, and compensate. Since day one, we’ve adhered to a policy that champions a work environment honoring the worth and dignity of each person while being free from all forms of employment discrimination.
 

In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.