GL Accountant-Tax
Description
Location: Portland, OR
Date Posted: 06/13/2025
Job Category: EC Job Profile
Salary Interval: Full Time
Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
When applying with please include your resume or CV. (References and covered letters are not required but are welcomed.) We would like to thank candidates who submit their interest for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
EC Electric prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully complete a DMV check, drug screening, and background check. Due to the constant update of state and federal mandates a vaccination requirement or an exemption status may be a condition of employment.
EC Electric is the largest privately held electrical contracting company in the Pacific Northwest. EC specializes in designing and installing medium voltage and low voltage electrical systems in four areas: Construction, Technical Systems, 24/7 Service, and Energy Solutions.
Visions and Values
Integrity- Creating respectful, honorable, principled solutions even in difficult moments.
Safety- Zero injuries, safe work environments.
Quality-Superior craftsmanship.
Equity- Fairness, opportunity and inclusions for every employee.
Fulfillment- Promoting employee empowerment.
Profitability- Planning and efficient execution of quality work.
The GL Accountant specializing in sales and property tax is responsible for the preparation, entry, maintenance, and review tax returns, licensing, certifications, and fixed assets. This a heavy deadline driven position that requires attention to detail.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
1. Sales and Use Tax Returns
a) Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns using Excel spreadsheets and advance functions to prepare the returns. Save documentation
as required for audit purposes. Submit payment information for approval and recording into AP.
b) Prepare monthly reconciliations, journal entries, adjustments, and reports.
c) Monitor sales tax email and answer any questions related to sales tax using known information, consulting state websites or calling tax authorities when additional
information is required.
d) Review AP invoices to ensure proper tax is being charged.
e) Review customer Invoices for sales, service and other accounting teams. Request corrections as needed.
f) Ensure customer tax certificate compliance. Validate certificates received. Regularly audit and maintain a current tax certificate and customer list. Audit tax returns
to ensure we have proper certificates for transactions. Issue request letters or emails to customers to obtain missing or replace expired certifications.
g) Maintain the company's resale certificates and issue to any vendors as requested or prior to expiration. Inform Accounts Payable and Project Coordinators of updates.
h) Keep up to date on all sales tax laws, compliance changes, and economic nexus thresholds that correlate with our different locations. Notify management of new
laws, compliance requirements and update processes, as necessary. Register with new States when nexus dictates.
i) Collect state tax rate information and update system tax codes and rates for multiple states as required.
j) Elevate education and training by taking classes through CPA Academy, Avalara University, State courses or other resources. Continuing education is important as
tax laws and compliance change.
2. Licenses; maintain, audit, review, pay, research existing and new state requirements
3. Property Tax Returns and Invoices; Monthly purchase journal review, prepare and submit returns by deadlines, run annual and ad hoc audits for property taxes.
4. Fixed Assets; initiate annual asset review, manage capex forms, run monthly reports
5. Unclaimed Property; assist collecting data for unclaimed property, file unclaimed property annually.
6. Accounting; Prepare journal entries as needed, prepare monthly GL reconciliations, pull records, and assist in audits
7. Other Duties and Projects
a) Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
b) Suggest and implement any new process improvements.
c) Document and update training materials.
d) Provide tax training classes and documents for other departments.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
One of the following: Accounting certificate or degree, 3 years+ related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and Viewpoint. Strong Excel skills required.
Expert level time management, organization skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the highest level of professionalism.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 annually.
Opportunity for a discretionary year end bonus.
401k with a 40% employer match (up to federal limit.)
Please find more information on our compensation package here.
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In addition to significant career growth opportunities, full-time employees enjoy a competitive pay rate, paid holidays and PTO; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k plan and Employee Assistance Program.
EC Electric is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and Supports a Drug-Free Workplace Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or characteristics, protected veteran status, or other protected classifications in accordance with federal law.
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To learn more about our company please visit our website at: www.ecpowerslife.com. CCB# 49737
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