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US Sales Tax Accountant (100% Remote Work)
US Sales Tax Accountant (100% Remote Work)TaxValet — Fractional Sales Tax Department • WorkFromHome, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
US Sales Tax Accountant (100% Remote Work)

US Sales Tax Accountant (100% Remote Work)

TaxValet — Fractional Sales Tax Department • WorkFromHome, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Remote
Job description

Join to apply for the US Sales Tax Accountant (100% Remote Work) role at TaxValet — Fractional Sales Tax Department .

About TaxValet

We’re not just a tax company; we’re an emotions company. Our Core Purpose is to transform negative emotions into something positive for our clients, partners, and each other by eliminating the hassle and stress of sales tax. We handle everything for clients—from nexus analysis to permit registrations, filings, audit support, and more—providing a comprehensive, custom‑tailored solution that grows with their businesses. We are a fast‑growing, fully remote, profitable business with an awesome team of 80‑ish teammates, committed to using business as a force for good and giving 1% of profit, employee time, and service time to nonprofits as a certified B‑Corporation.

Title

Remote Sales Tax Accountant (Full‑Time)

Location

100% Remote; South Africa. Core hours : 2 : 30 PM–7 : 30 PM SAST. Remaining hours may be completed before or after core hours.

About The Role

TaxValet is looking for a Sales Tax Accountant to help clients eliminate the hassle and risk of sales tax. As a member of our growing startup, you will ensure each client’s needs are met each month, use your keen eye for detail to solve time‑critical problems, submit sales tax filings, and contribute to improving team workflows and processes. You should be a self‑starter, willing to learn on the job, and take ownership of your work. A reliable, high‑speed home internet connection is required.

Your Qualifications

  • 2+ years of accounting or audit experience
  • Ability to manage multiple clients simultaneously
  • Excel or Google Sheets proficiency—including complex formulas and pivot tables
  • Bonus : US tax knowledge or a Chartered Accountant designation
  • Detail‑oriented, strong analytical and time‑management skills
  • Effective communicator (written and verbal) in English
  • Team player who shares learnings and contributes to continuous improvement
  • Creative problem‑solver who follows processes but can think beyond the standard approach
  • Eager to learn new skills and technologies

Your Primary Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit monthly sales tax filings and estimated liabilities
  • Monitor tax collection variances and resolve issues with clients
  • Assist with time‑critical notices from state tax authorities and help clients bring filings current
  • Support special client projects such as late / amended returns, audits, and state information updates
  • Develop and update internal documentation, workflows, and processes
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for ongoing client communication
  • Continuously learn and advance your sales tax knowledge
  • Specific Measures of Success

  • Complete special projects within 60 days of client sign‑off
  • Complete past‑due return projects within 90 days of onboarding
  • Keep client tax collection variance below 3% for 80 % of clients
  • Submit 99.9 % of monthly filings by state due dates
  • Complete 3 hours of sales tax training per quarter
  • Compensation and Benefits

  • Monthly flat compensation : 30,502 ZAR
  • 43 days off per year (22 holidays, 21 PTO days, plus 3 days to volunteer)
  • 100 % Remote work with core hours as above
  • Eligibility to participate in company profit‑sharing program after first year (subject to quiz)
  • Intangible Benefits

  • High employee net promoter score (>
  • 90)

  • 4.9‑star Glassdoor rating
  • Inc 5000 list (2023‑2025) and Best Remote Workplaces placements (2023, 2025)
  • Ongoing training, coaching, cross‑department moves, and extensive learning opportunities
  • Diverse inclusive culture with regular feedback processes
  • Are You Our Next Teammate?

    Apply online with a resume and cover letter. Each application will be reviewed with intention and care. We will reach out for additional information if we’re interested. Thank you for your interest.

    Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    We actively promote an inclusive culture and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of color, working‑class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ community members, and those facing historic marginalization. If you’re unsure if you meet all qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

    Seniority Level

    Entry level

    Employment Type

    Full‑time

    Job Function

    Accounting / Auditing and Finance

    Industries

    Accounting

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