Tax Specialist in Houston or Dallas - NOT remote in Houston, Texas at New Tech Global Staffing

Position Title: Tax Specialist in Houston or Dallas - NOT remote

Job Category: Accounting & Finance

Location Houston, Texas

Description:

New Tech Global Staffing is currently seeking a Tax Clerk or Specialist. This is a contract opportunity while someone is out on maternity leave with potential for extension. Located in Houston or Dallas and must report to the office daily.

Pay: $55–$59/hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours/week

Summary:

The Tax Clerk or Specialist will support direct and indirect tax compliance and analysis, including franchise, sales, use, gross receipts, B&O, and property tax. This role reports to the Corporate Controller and works closely with accounting and cross-functional teams to improve systems and mitigate exposure.

Responsibilities:

Sales & Use Tax

• Monitor and interpret sales/use tax laws across multiple states
• Ensure proper tax application on invoices and maintain exemption documentation
• Maintain and update taxability matrices in ERP systems
• Prepare and file 200+ monthly sales/use tax returns
• Apply eligible credits and prepare journal entries and reconciliations
• Manage audits and respond to tax authorities
• Maintain sales tax registrations
• Collaborate with two other sales tax professionals

Property Tax

• Coordinate with external consultants for property tax compliance
• Review and ensure timely filing of renditions and payments
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations
• Manage property tax calendar

Income/Franchise Tax (Good to have)

• Coordinate with third-party providers for tax compliance and provision
• Assist with audits and respond to federal/state notices
• Provide financial data for state reports and franchise tax calculations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or Business Administration
• CPA preferred but not required
• 3–5 years of federal and multi-state tax experience (Big Four or large corporate tax department preferred)
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740
• Experience with FAS (Fixed Asset Software) and Altyrex (Tax Provision Software)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to research tax laws and communicate findings clearly
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail