Indirect Tax Analyst

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At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.

For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax returns, including sales & use tax and other transaction-based filings across multiple states.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of tax accounts, including sales and use tax accruals, GL tie-outs, and return-to-ledger validations.
• Maintain tax calendars and ensure timely and accurate filings, payments, and documentation.
• Review exemption certificates, resale certificates, and taxability decisions to support proper tax treatment.

Technical Support & Research

• Conduct taxability research for products, services, and transactions; support updates to tax matrices and internal guidance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assist in implementing necessary updates to compliance processes or tax system configurations.

Audit Support

• Support indirect tax audits by gathering data, preparing responses, coordinating with internal partners, and analyzing assessment exposures.
• Maintain detailed audit files and ensure completeness of documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Procurement, Accounts Payable, Billing/Revenue, and Finance to improve tax determination and reduce errors.
• Assist in reviewing vendor invoices, exemption certificates, and customer tax setup for accuracy.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to streamline manual work through templates, automation, or system enhancements.
• Assist with configuration and testing of tax engines or ERP changes (e.g., rate updates, product taxability, nexus changes).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of indirect tax or broader tax/accounting experience.
• Experience with sales & use tax in multiple jurisdictions; VAT/GST knowledge a plus.
• Familiarity with tax engines or ERP systems (Avalara, Vertex, ONESOURCE, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large data sets.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Power Query or data tools a plus.
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable taking ownership of recurring deliverables and deadlines
• Curious, proactive, and eager to improve processes
• Able to balance independent work with team collaboration
• Time management, communication and collaboration

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Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace-it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People:Careers

• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More

• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.

How to Apply

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Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.