Southeastern Freight Lines - Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Analyst

Lexington, SC

As a Senior Tax Analyst, you’ll support tax compliance across local, state, and federal requirements while researching complex issues, improving processes, and helping identify opportunities to reduce tax liabilities. This role is ideal for a self-motivated professional who takes ownership, works independently with appropriate guidance, and manages deadlines and shifting priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Support external audit and consulting engagements for local and state tax matters by gathering data, responding to requests, and helping resolve findings.

Research local, state, and federal tax laws; evaluate their impact; and monitor regulatory and filing requirement changes.

Prepare business personal property and ad valorem tax returns.

Manage the property tax life cycle, including reviewing assessments and invoices and submitting valuation appeals when appropriate.

Maintain an organized inventory of local, state, and federal property tax returns to support timely filing and compliance.

Develop, document, and update tax filing procedures to reflect current requirements and promote consistent processes.

Identify and implement improvements to streamline data collection, reporting, and filing for monthly, quarterly, and annual tax obligations.

Manage state registrations for new locations, including applicable use tax, business license, and property tax requirements.

Collaborate with internal departments and management to research tax issues and develop practical solutions.

Assist with year-end income tax workpapers, business license renewals, and state annual report filings.

Required Qualifications

At least three years of tax experience with a public accounting firm.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with an emphasis in Accounting.

Active CPA license, or the ability to meet all requirements for CPA licensure. Candidates without a CPA license must have additional tax experience in lieu of certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Accounting with a concentration in Tax.

Five years of relevant experience in indirect tax and compliance.

Experience with multistate property tax, business licenses, state registrations, tax audits, or income tax workpapers.

Experience in the transportation or motor carrier industry.

Apply today to bring your tax expertise to a role focused on compliance, process improvement, and practical solutions.