Senior Tax Accountant - Indirect Tax

Non-CA Pay Range (Annual) $70,600.00 - $131,000.00... At Infinera, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for equity grants, discretionary bonuses, or commission payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company’s incentive plans, the Company’s financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance. Infinera also offers paid leave, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), life, and disability insurance and to eligible employees. “This position requires direct or indirect access to certain confidential information, hardware, software, technology, or technical information (referred to here as “Export-Controlled Information”) controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All personnel in this position must be eligible to or be able to obtain authorization from the appropriate agency to access applicable Export-Controlled Information. The U.S. Department of Commerce currently requires a foreign person with a most recent citizenship or permanent residency of Sudan, Ukraine, or a country currently designated in Country Group D:1, E:1 or E:2 (Supplement No. 1 to Part 740, Title 15) to have an export control license to access our Export-Controlled Information, unless they meet certain exemptions provided under U.S. export control laws and regulations. The list of applicable countries in Country Group D:1, E:1 or E:2 may be updated by the U.S. government from time to time. The current processing time for an export control license is approximately 4 to 6 months. Your employment or engagement with Infinera shall be contingent on verifying your eligibility or requirement for obtaining a necessary license and/or authorization from the appropriate agency. You will be required to provide certain information for export control compliance assessment purposes, and your information will be reviewed by Infinera's hiring and export control teams to ensure compliance with the U.S. export control laws and regulations. Infinera will collect necessary documents (such as proof of citizenship etc.) to assess license/authorization requirements if you are offered and accept the position.” We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous professional with extensive knowledge and experience in sales and use tax accounting. This role will be responsible for all aspects of sales and use tax with an emphasis on GL reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support. Location: Richardson, Texas Key Responsibilities • Reconcile general ledger accounts related to sales and use tax and prepare journal entries for tax accruals, refunds, adjustments, or other required accounting transactions. • Ability to review GL accounts to identify errors and out of statute entries. • Experience with SOX controls and ability to prepare required documentation. • Prepare/update cash forecasts for SUT related payments. • Assist in sales and use tax audits, including the preparation of supporting documentation, research taxability issues and communication with tax authorities. • Conduct regular tax research and analysis to stay up to date with changing tax laws and regulations and to identify potential impacts on the organization. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper reporting and documentation of sales tax transactions. • Oversee third party to ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of indirect tax returns for U.S. and Canada. • Respond to inquiries from tax authorities related to sales and use tax matters. • Oversee the certificate management process, including obtaining and maintaining valid exemption certificates. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field • CPA or CMI certification preferred. • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales and use tax. • Proficiency in SAP, Vertex, and Excel, Access and Alteryx experience is a plus. • Strong understanding of state sales and use tax laws and regulations. • Experience in Canadian GST/HST/QST is a plus. • Excellent diligence and ability to perform accurately under pressure. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends or patterns in large datasets. • Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. Infinera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Infinera complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment